This deciduous shrub has upright woody stems that form a rounded bushy habit. It has oval dark green pointed leaves and the creamy white flower heads have large sterile flowers that turn pinkish. They appear from late summer to autumn.

Hardiness zones 5 to 9 

Hydrangea paniculata is naturally found from Japan to China and Russia growing in well-drained moist fertile soils in a wind protected sunny to semi shaded position and is drought tender but frost tolerant.

Panicle Hydrangea is a large shrub that is grown for its flowers and attractive foliage. It is planted in garden borders for screening and as a specimen in parks or gardens. It establishes in 2 to 3 years and is suitable for coastal or mountain regions and may be trained to form a small tree. ID 1641

Hydrangea (hy-DRAIN-juh) paniculata (pan-ick-yoo-LAY-tuh)

Hydrangeaceae (hy-drain-jee-AY-see-ee)
Hydrangea and Mock Orange Family