Botanical profile

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Endless Summer'

Latin name
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Endless Summer'
Common name
'Endless Summer' Hydrangea
Type
Ornamental shrub
Family
Hydrangeaceae

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Endless Summer' is an iconic shrub hydrangea, recognized for its remarkable ability to bloom on both old and new wood. This characteristic ensures a prolonged and more reliable flowering than traditional varieties, with abundant spherical inflorescences that renew throughout the summer. The flower color varies from pink to blue depending on soil acidity, adding an evolving interest to the garden. Its habit is naturally rounded and often wider than tall, forming a dense and well-furnished plant. The dark green, thick, and textured deciduous foliage highlights the blooms and provides a beautiful plant presence. 'Endless Summer' is appreciated for its constancy, versatility, and ability to provide color even after difficult winters or pruning.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 5
Exposure
Partial shade
Watering
Abundant in hot weather, soil always fresh
Fertilization
Specific hydrangea fertilizer according to the desired color:
Soil type
Humiferous, well-drained, acidic to alkaline (pH influences color)
Minimum temperature
'-28°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Early summer to early fall
Flower color
Pink
Fruiting
Unglamented dry capsules
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Compact, dense and rounded port, well structured
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
1 to 1.2 m (39 to 48 inches)
Width
1.5 m (5 feet)
Growth rate
Medium — steady growth, well-defined rounded shape achieved in 3 to 4 years, requires little pruning to establish structure.
Vegetable garden and yield

Companion planting, spacing and harvest

Harvest period
TRUE
Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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