Botanical profile

Hydrangea paniculata 'Magical Candle'

Latin name
Hydrangea paniculata 'Magical Candle'
Common name
Panicle Hydrangea ‘Magical Candle’
Type
Ornamental shrub
Family
Hydrangeaceae

Hydrangea paniculata ‘Magical Candle’ is an elegant and luminous shrub hydrangea, recognized for the verticality of its panicles and the purity of its blooms. This variety is distinguished by its large, very upright conical inflorescences, opening brilliant creamy white before slowly evolving into delicate pink hues at the end of the season. Its overall habit is erect, dense, and well-structured, with a silhouette that is distinctly taller than it is wide, ideal for adding height to beds, structuring a flowering hedge, or creating a focal point as a specimen plant. Like all Hydrangea paniculata, ‘Magical Candle’ blooms on new wood, ensuring reliable and consistent flowering every summer. The deciduous medium green foliage perfectly highlights the luminous blooms and maintains a beautiful appearance until autumn. Robust, decorative, and very balanced, it integrates perfectly into both classic and contemporary gardens.

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
Small dried fruits, rarely noticed.
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Upright and flared, slightly conical, well-branched
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
2 to 2.5 m (7 to 8 feet)
Width
1.5 m (5 feet)
Growth rate
Fast — sustained development, ideal for quickly creating volume in a clump or low hedge, strong structure from the 2nd year.
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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