Puffer Fish® Panicle Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata ‘NCHP1’)

Puffer Fish® panicle hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata ‘NCHP1’) bears large, dense clusters of white flowers on sturdy stems. As the flowers age, they turn lime green, and new white florets can open at the tip. This shrub grows 91 to 150 cm (36 to 60 in) tall and is hardy in zones 3 to 8.

To plant Pufferfish Hydrangea ‘NCHP1’, choose an appropriate exposure: full sun to partial shade. The recommended soil is ordinary to rich, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral. Maintain regular moisture around the roots, as abruptly dry soil can cause the foliage to wilt. Avoid repeated pruning to artificially maintain a small silhouette; instead, choose a space suitable for the variety's development. Water the root ball before planting and ensure that water can drain after planting. During establishment, check the moisture by hand before watering again.

Allow a width of 91 to 150 cm (36 to 60 inches) to accommodate this plant in the garden. The indicated height of 91 to 150 cm (36 to 60 inches) helps in choosing its position relative to neighboring plants. Maintain access to the base for weeding, checking moisture, and removing damaged parts. Combine this variety with plants whose light and water requirements are compatible. If you are considering a container, first check that its volume and drainage are suitable for root development.