A vigorous panicle hydrangea whose two-tone conical heads open white at the tip while the base ages to deep pink, giving a striking bicolour effect. Tough, sun-tolerant and flowering on new wood.
At a glance
- Plant type: Shrub
- Mature size: 2 m H × 1.8 m W
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Pinky Winky Hydrangea
Botanically, Hydrangea paniculata 'Pinky Winky' is a fast-growing shrub in the Hydrangeaceae family. It reaches around 2 m tall and 1.8 m wide at maturity, with deciduous foliage. White and pink flowers appear for much of the year.
Where to grow Pinky Winky Hydrangea
Pinky Winky Hydrangea suits cool-temperate and warm-temperate climates and grows best in full sun and part shade or morning sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Pinky Winky Hydrangea does best in free-draining soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool. For a screen, space plants about 1.1 m apart.
Watering & feeding
Pinky Winky Hydrangea does best with regular, moderate watering. A light spring feed is usually enough to maintain steady growth. For the first year, favour occasional deep watering over frequent shallow drinks so roots move into the surrounding soil.
Pruning & care
Prune Pinky Winky Hydrangea after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. It clips well, so trim two or three times a year for a formal finish. Expect a low maintenance care workload once it is established.
Using Pinky Winky Hydrangea in the garden
Pinky Winky Hydrangea earns its place for a feature or specimen planting, cut flowers for the vase and a fast screen or informal hedge.
Companion planting & design
For easier irrigation and care, group Pinky Winky Hydrangea with species that also favour regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate. Leave enough room for the mature spread so neighbouring plants are not crowded out.
Good to know
Note that it is toxic to cats and dogs, so site it away from pets that chew.
Buying Pinky Winky Hydrangea
Plant Sale lists Pinky Winky Hydrangea as potted plants and advanced specimens. Catalogue forms are planning guidance until the Plant Sale team confirms live availability.
