Botanical profile

Hydrangea paniculata 'Pink Diamond'

Latin name
Hydrangea paniculata 'Pink Diamond'
Common name
Panicle Hydrangea ‘Pink Diamond’
Type
Ornamental shrub
Family
Hydrangeaceae

Hydrangea paniculata ‘Pink Diamond’ is a classic and very reliable shrub hydrangea, prized for its elegant blossoms and well-structured habit. This variety is distinguished by its large, elongated conical panicles, which are initially creamy white when they open, then gradually turn from soft to deep pink towards the end of the season, offering a gentle and lasting contrast. Its overall habit is upright, dense, and slightly taller than wide, making it ideal for structured beds, flowering hedges, and standalone plantings. Like all Hydrangea paniculata, ‘Pink Diamond’ blooms on new wood, ensuring regular and abundant flowering every summer, even after harsh winters. The deciduous, medium-green foliage effectively showcases the evolving blooms and maintains a beautiful appearance throughout the season. Robust, versatile, and timeless, it remains a safe bet in landscape design and nurseries.

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
Pink
Fruiting
Dry capsules without ornamental interest
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
2 m (6.5 ft)
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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