Botanical profile

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Wee Bit Grumpy'

Latin name
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Wee Bit Grumpy'
Common name
Hydrangea
Type
Shrub
Family
Hydrangeaceae

Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Wee Bit Grumpy’ is a compact ornamental shrub known for its rich, changing colours. In summer, it produces large, globe-shaped flowerheads with hues ranging from deep pink to purplish blue depending on the soil pH. Its dense, dark green foliage enhances this expressive and dynamic bloom. Its rounded shape and small size make it ideal for small gardens, borders, or container planting. Hardy for a macrophylla, it offers reliable flowering even in cooler climates. It prefers rich, fresh, well-drained soil and a sheltered location to fully express its ornamental potential.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 5
Exposure
Partial shade
Watering
Moderate to high
Fertilization
Moderate in spring
Soil type
Rich, fresh and well-drained
Minimum temperature
-23 °C (-9 °F)
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Summer to Fall
Flower color
Deep rose to violet-blue
Foliage color
Dark green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Compact and rounded
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
1 m (3.3 ft)
Width
1 m (3.3 ft)
Growth rate
Moderate
Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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