Light-O-Day Hydrangea is a compact deciduousshrub with large olive green with white margins. The large rounded lacecap panicles bloom in early to mid summer. While the larger outer petals are near white regardless, the tiny inner flowers color depends on the soil PH - soft pink in acidic soils, and soft blue in alkaline soils. Best bloom in partial sun and rich, moist well-drained soils. Light-O-Day is more resistant to leaf reversion.
Type:
Shrub
Origins:
East Asia
Height:
3' - 5'
Spread:
3' - 5’
Spacing:
4’
USDA Hardiness Zone:
6 - 9
Culture:
Part Sun
Bloom Color:
Pink (acidic), Blue (alkaline)
Season of Interest:
Summer
MAINTENANCE NEEDS:Medium Maintenance. Mulch soil to maintain moisture and overwinter. If pruning is needed do so after flowering. Slight susceptibility to bud blight, wilt, leaf spot, and mildew. Aphids are occasional problems.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings,Borders, Woodland Gardens,Foundation Plantings, Hedges, Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS:Hibiscus, Itea, Azalea
IMAGES: First Editions, Light-O-Day® Hydrangea
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
