Botanical profile

Hydrangea serrata 'Tuff Stuff Top Fun'

Latin name
Hydrangea serrata 'Tuff Stuff Top Fun'
Common name
Hydrangea
Type
Shrub
Family
Hydrangeaceae

Hydrangea serrata ‘Tuff Stuff Top Fun’, also known as the mountain hydrangea, is a compact ornamental shrub prized for its delicate blooms and its greater hardiness compared to Hydrangea macrophylla. Starting in early summer, it produces lacecap-type inflorescences, composed of small fertile flowers surrounded by decorative florets, in shades ranging from pink to blue depending on the soil pH. Its dense, dark green foliage highlights these light and natural blooms. Ideal for small gardens, borders, or container planting, it offers reliable flowering even in cooler climates. Its rounded habit and good cold tolerance make it an excellent choice for sustainable and elegant landscapes.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 4
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Watering
Moderate to high
Fertilization
Moderate in spring
Soil type
Rich, fresh and well-drained
Minimum temperature
-29 °C (-20 °F)
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Summer
Flower color
Pink to blue depending on pH
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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