Bring season-long interest to your landscape with Hydrangea paniculata 'Strawberry Sundae®' (Panicle Hydrangea 'Strawberry Sundae®'), a compact panicle hydrangea prized for large, cone-shaped blooms that open creamy white and gradually deepen to shades of blush pink as the season progresses.
Plant it where you can enjoy the changing color up close: along a walk, near a patio, or as a small hedge. In full sun to part shade, it forms a dense, upright shrub and delivers reliable summer flowers even in colder climates. Mature size is about 48-60 inches tall with a balanced spread, making it easy to fit into mixed borders.
Give your plant consistently moist, well-drained soil, especially during the first year. Mulch helps keep roots cool and reduces watering stress in hot spells. Once established, provide regular deep watering during dry periods for best bloom and healthy foliage.
Because panicle hydrangeas bloom on new wood, you can prune in late winter or early spring to shape the plant and encourage strong stems. Remove weak or crossing branches and lightly reduce overall height if desired. Enjoy fresh or dried flower heads, and leave some late-season blooms for winter texture.