Botanical profile

Hydrangea serrata 'Tuff Stuff Red'

Latin name
Hydrangea serrata 'Tuff Stuff Red'
Common name
Mountain Hydrangea 'Tuff Stuff Red'
Type
Ornamental shrub
Family
Hydrangeaceae

Hydrangea serrata 'Tuff Stuff Red' is a very hardy mountain hydrangea with vibrant red to purplish-red lacecap flowers, depending on soil acidity. Raspberry-red sterile florets frame delicate fertile buds in the center, adding a refined and natural touch to the display. Its medium green foliage sometimes takes on bronze hues in autumn, extending its ornamental interest. It forms a rounded, compact shrub, well-suited for borders, small beds, and foundation plantings. Like all cultivars in the Tuff Stuff series, it blooms on both old and new wood, ensuring flowering even after a harsh winter. 'Tuff Stuff Red' is an excellent option for northern climates seeking colorful, consistent blooms without compromising on hardiness.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 4
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Watering
Moderate
Fertilization
Spring, with fertilizer for flowering shrubs
Soil type
Rich, fresh, well-drained – acidity modulating the colour
Minimum temperature
-35°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Summer
Flower color
Raspberry red or purplish red depending on the soil
Fruiting
Non-ornamental
Foliage color
Medium green with bronze highlights
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Compact and bushy
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
0.9 m (3 ft)
Width
4 ft (1.2 m)
Growth rate
Moderate
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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