Hydrangea macrophylla 'Blushing Bride'

Blushing Bride Hydrangea

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Blushing Bride' — commonly called Blushing Bride reblooming hydrangea — is a deciduous shrub valued for its rounded mophead blooms that open pure white, then gradually develop soft blush-pink tones as they mature. Flowering begins in early summer and often continues on both old and new wood, giving it a longer bloom season than many traditional bigleaf hydrangeas. Glossy dark green foliage provides a clean backdrop for the soft flower color.

Mature Size:
Width: 3–5 ft
Height: 3–5 ft

USDA Zones: 5a–9b

Form: Rounded, compact shrub

Light: Partial shade to morning sun with afternoon shade

Soil / Water: Moist, well-drained, fertile soil; prefers consistent moisture and organic matter

Features / Wildlife / Landscape Uses:
White-to-blush blooms provide long-lasting summer color in foundation plantings, cottage gardens, woodland borders, and containers. Flowers attract pollinating insects and are excellent for fresh or dried arrangements. Reliable rebloom improves seasonal flower display.

Care:
Prune lightly only after flowering if needed. Because it blooms on both old and new wood, winter damage usually does not eliminate flowering completely.

Plant type

Flowering Deciduous Shrub

Height

3-5'

Width

3-5'

Hardiness zones

5–9

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Early Fall, Late Summer, Summer

Flower color

White

Leaf color

Dark Green

Fall color

Dark Green

Attracts

Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Soil

Moist well-drained, Rich

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Container, Foundation Plant, Mass Planting

Shape

Compact, Rounded

Bark

Smooth

Fruit

Yes

Drought tolerant

No