Hydrangea paniculata 'Bobo' - Hydrangea
🌿 Features
Type: Deciduous flowering shrub
Common name: Panicle Hydrangea
Scientific name: Hydrangea paniculata 'Bobo'
Flower color: Creamy white turning pale pink then salmon pink at maturity
Mature height: 0.6–0.9 m
Mature width: 0.6–0.9 m
Habit: Shrubby, very compact and densely branched, moderate and balanced growth
Flowering period: July to September, abundant and prolonged flowering
Exposure: Full sun to partial shade, prefers full sun for optimal color intensity
Watering needs: Regular to moderate, prefers moist but well-drained soil
Soil type: Well-drained, rich in organic matter, neutral to slightly acidic
Hardiness zone: Zone 3 to 9
Drought tolerance: Good once established
Nectar-producing plant: Yes
Attracts pollinators: Yes, especially bees and butterflies
Toxicity to animals: Non-toxic
✂️ Care
Plant in full sun or partial shade in rich, well-drained, neutral to slightly acidic soil. Water regularly at planting to encourage rooting, then maintain consistent moisture during the first growing season.
Prune in spring before new growth to maintain a compact shape and encourage abundant flowering. Apply organic mulch to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.
Perfect for small spaces, containers, beds, and contemporary gardens, it offers a changing color palette from creamy white to salmon pink, delicate texture, and prolonged interest with minimal maintenance once established.

