Plant of the Week: WEE BIT GIDDY®  Bigleaf Hydrangea

Wee Bit Giddy® bigleaf hydrangea in the landscape.

Enjoy Vibrant Blooms All Summer Long

With its saturated color, strong garden performance, and reblooming ability, Wee Bit Giddy® bigleaf hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla) will have you feeling giddy all summer long! Part of the charming Wee Bit® series, this dwarf variety excels in every feature, combining ornamental appeal with improved durability for a better gardening experience.

Close-up image of Wee Bit Giddy bigleaf hydrangea.

When in bloom, Wee Bit Giddy bigleaf hydrangea is hard to top with large reddish pink mophead blooms and glossy green foliage. Its growth habit is tidy and compact, maturing to 2′ tall and 2.5′ wide. This small frame works great for pots and containers, and thanks to its improved hardiness, Wee Bit Giddy bigleaf hydrangea looks and performs just as lovely in the garden. With stronger, sturdier stems and disease-resistant foliage that stays clean throughout the season, you can enjoy a summer full of stunning, spotless blooms!

Wee Bit Giddy bigleaf hydrangea is best suited to USDA zones 5-9. It can grow in areas ranging from full sun to part sun; however, if you are in a warmer zone, consider planting it in a space that receives some afternoon shade. When it comes to the flowers, Wee Bit Giddy produces its red-pink blooms exceptionally well. But, do keep in mind that the soil pH will impact color, so if planted in acidic soil (at least 6.5 or lower), you can expect a deep, moody purple/blue.

Wee Bit Giddy bigleaf hydrangea does not need to be pruned at any point during the year; in fact, pruning is not even recommended! If there is any dead or damaged wood, you can remove it by cutting about 1/4 of an inch above a set of leaves.

Bigleaf Hydrangeas

Looking for more bigleaf hydrangeas? Check out the bigleaf hydrangea guide on the Proven Winners ColorChoice website for our complete list of offerings and tips on how to successfully grow them in your own garden or landscape.

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