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Panicled Hydrangea 'Summer Snow'

Panicle Hydrangea

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Common namePanicle Hydrangea 'Summer Snow'
FamilyHydrangeaceae
GenusHydrangea
Speciespaniculata
CultivarSnow in Summer
TypeOrnamental shrub
Botanical namePanicle Hydrangea

Hydrangea paniculata ‘Summer Snow’ is an elegant and very floriferous shrub hydrangea, appreciated for its abundant, bright white blossoms and naturally balanced habit. This variety is distinguished by its well-filled conical panicles, composed mainly of sterile flowers, which open pure white at the beginning of the season and retain their brilliance for a long time, sometimes with a slight cream tint at the end of summer. Its general habit is upright, dense, and harmonious, slightly taller than wide, making it ideal for structured beds, flowering hedges, and specimen plantings. Like all Hydrangea paniculata, ‘Summer Snow’ flowers on new wood, ensuring reliable blooms every summer, even after harsh winters. The medium green deciduous foliage perfectly showcases the luminous blossoms and maintains a beautiful appearance until autumn. Simple, robust, and decorative, it is an excellent choice for northern and residential gardens.

In the garden

Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Hardiness
Zone 3

Soil and care

Soil & care

Minimum temperature

-35°C

Watering

Regular

Soil type

Ordinary to rich, well-drained

Fertilization

Moderate, flowering shrub fertilizer

Bloom and dimensions

Size, flowering & harvest

Mature height

1.5–2 m (5–6.5 ft)

Width / spread

4–5 ft (1.2–1.5 m)

Flower color

Pure white to creamy white

Foliage color

Medium green

Foliage type

Obsolete

Growth rate

Moderate

Growth habit

Erect, dense and well-structured shrub

Bloom period

Summer

Fruiting

Dry capsules of no ornamental interest

Wildlife and pets

Wildlife & precautions

Supporting wildlife

Yes