Botanical profile

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Let's Dance Rhythmic Blue'

Latin name
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Let's Dance Rhythmic Blue'
Common name
Hydrangea 'Let's Dance® Rhythmic Blue®'
Type
Ornamental shrub
Family
Hydrangeaceae

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Let's Dance Rhythmic Blue' is a bigleaf hydrangea with a compact, rounded habit, known for its abundant and reblooming flowers on both new and old wood. Its globular inflorescences turn intense blue in acidic soil or vivid pink in neutral to alkaline soil, depending on the pH. This variety from the Let's Dance series offers prolonged flowering from summer to fall, ideal for small gardens, flower borders, or container cultivation. Its dark green deciduous foliage forms a dense mass that remains decorative even when not in bloom. Adapted to northern climates thanks to good hardiness, it flowers reliably every year. 'Rhythmic Blue' is distinguished by its versatility, its ability to rebloom, and its spectacular colors that vary according to the soil.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 5
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Watering
Moderate
Fertilization
Spring with fertilizer for hydrangeas (acidifying if needed)
Soil type
Rich, moist, well-drained – acidic for blue
Minimum temperature
-30°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Summer
Flower color
Deep blue or bright pink (depending on the soil)
Fruiting
Not significant
Foliage color
Dark green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Compact and rounded shrub
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
3–4 ft (1–1.2 m)
Width
3–4 ft (1–1.2 m)
Growth rate
Moderate
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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