Botanical profile

Hydrangea paniculata 'Pinky Winky'®

Latin name
Hydrangea paniculata 'Pinky Winky'®
Common name
Panicle Hydrangea ‘Pinky Winky’®
Type
Ornamental shrub
Family
Hydrangeaceae

Hydrangea paniculata ‘Pinky Winky’® is an iconic shrub hydrangea, recognized for its highly contrasting bicolored blooms and perfectly structured, vigorous habit. This variety stands out for its long, upright conical panicles, where the flowers open creamy white at the base while the tips quickly turn deep pink to rosy red, creating a spectacular and long-lasting two-tone effect. Its overall habit is upright, dense, and distinctly taller than wide, supported by strong stems that hold the inflorescences straight. It is ideal for background plantings, flowering hedges, and as a specimen plant. Like all Hydrangea paniculata, ‘Pinky Winky’® blooms on new wood, ensuring reliable flowering every summer. The dark green deciduous foliage strongly highlights the floral contrast and extends ornamental interest until autumn. Robust, original, and highly decorative, it remains an essential reference in 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 of no 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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