Hydrangea, Phantom

Hydrangea paniculata Grandi flora “Phantom”

Size (HxW): 6-8′ x 6-8”

Growth Habit: Upright, Rounded

Planting Location: Cozy* (Limited Testing Completed)

Zone 3b

Largest white flower panicles of paniculata variety bloom in August

Blooms are up to 45cm in length

Flowers darken to pink in September

Sturdy stems prevent flopping

Forest green, oblong, heart-shaped foliage

Requires 4-6 hours of sun for blooming; morning sun preferred (afternoon heat can be too intense for hydrangeas)

Medium-Fast Growth Rate: 8 – 22”/year

Row Spacing: minimum of 3’ apart

Non-suckering

No currently known disease/pest concerns

Plant Care:

- Requires north and west wind protection - Requires even moisture; benefits from mulch around the base - Benefits from winter snow coverage - Light pruning in spring to shape & promote fresh growth

Description

Size (HxW): 6-8′ x 6-8”

Growth Habit: Upright, Rounded

Planting Location: Cozy* (Limited Testing Completed)

Zone 3b

Largest white flower panicles of paniculata variety bloom in August
Blooms are up to 45cm in length
Flowers darken to pink in September
Sturdy stems prevent flopping
Forest green, oblong, heart-shaped foliage
Requires 4-6 hours of sun for blooming; morning sun preferred (afternoon heat can be too intense for hydrangeas)
Medium-Fast Growth Rate: 8 – 22”/year
Row Spacing: minimum of 3’ apart
Non-suckering
No currently known disease/pest concerns