Botanical profile

Hydrangea paniculata 'Lavender Candelabra'

Latin name
Hydrangea paniculata 'Lavender Candelabra'
Common name
Panicle Hydrangea ‘Lavender Candelabra’
Type
Ornamental shrub
Family
Hydrangeaceae

Hydrangea paniculata ‘Lavender Candelabra’ is an original and highly ornamental shrubby hydrangea, prized for its structured blooms and refined lavender hue in late season. This variety is distinguished by its elongated, conical panicles, held upright, composed of creamy white flowers that gradually evolve into pale pink then soft lavender shades, creating an elegant and vertical effect reminiscent of a floral candelabra. Its overall habit is upright, dense, and distinctly taller than wide, making it ideal for structured beds, flowering hedges, and background plantings. Like all Hydrangea paniculata, ‘Lavender Candelabra’ flowers on new wood, ensuring reliable blooms every summer, even after harsh winters. The deciduous medium green foliage highlights the airy blossoms and extends decorative interest into autumn. Robust and distinctive, it is an excellent choice for gardens seeking height, structure, and chromatic softness.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 4
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Watering
Regular
Fertilization
Moderate, flowering shrub fertilizer
Soil type
Ordinary to rich, well-drained
Minimum temperature
-35°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Summer
Flower color
Creamy white turning pale pink then lavender
Fruiting
Dry capsules of no ornamental interest
Foliage color
Medium green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Erect, dense, and highly structured shrub
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
6–7.2 ft (1.8–2.2 m)
Width
4–5 ft (1.2–1.5 m)
Growth rate
Moderate
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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