Botanical profile

Hydrangea paniculata 'Little Spooky'

Latin name
Hydrangea paniculata 'Little Spooky'
Common name
Panicle Hydrangea 'Little Spooky'
Type
Ornamental shrub
Family
Hydrangeaceae

Hydrangea paniculata 'Little Spooky' is a unique dwarf shrub hydrangea, valued for its distinctive flowering and very compact habit. This variety stands out with its short, upright conical panicles, composed of tightly packed cream-white flowers, sometimes slightly greenish at first, offering a graphic and modern appearance. Its overall habit is low, dense, and rounded, with a silhouette wider than it is tall, making it an ideal choice for low borders, foreground plantings, structured rock gardens, and container cultivation. Like all Hydrangea paniculata, 'Little Spooky' flowers on new wood, ensuring reliable blooming every summer, even after harsh winters. The medium green deciduous foliage effectively highlights the compact blooms and maintains a beautiful appearance throughout the season. Its miniature size and distinctive style make it an excellent option for contemporary gardens and small spaces.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Full sun to partial shade
Watering
Moderate, drought tolerant once established
Fertilization
Balanced fertilizer (10-10-10), in early spring. One application is sufficient.
Soil type
Ordinary to rich, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil
Minimum temperature
'-34°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
July to October
Flower color
White
Fruiting
Discreet brown fruits.
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Upright and flared, slightly conical, well-branched
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
60 to 80 cm (24 to 31 inches)
Width
0.9 m (3 feet)
Growth rate
Fast — sustained development, ideal for quickly creating volume in a clump or low hedge, strong structure from the 2nd year.
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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