Hydrangea macrophylla 'Endless Summer'

Largeleaf Hydrangea

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Endless Summer' — commonly called Endless Summer bigleaf hydrangea — is a deciduous shrub valued for its rounded mophead blooms that flower repeatedly through summer on both old and new wood, extending bloom time far beyond many traditional bigleaf hydrangeas. Flower color ranges from pink in alkaline soils to blue in acidic soils, with large blooms held above glossy green foliage.

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

USDA Zones: 4b–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:
Reliable reblooming provides long-lasting summer color in foundation plantings, woodland borders, cottage gardens, and containers. Flowers attract pollinating insects and are excellent for fresh or dried arrangements. Adaptability to colder climates makes it one of the most widely planted reblooming hydrangeas.

Care:
Prune lightly only as needed in early spring by removing winter-damaged stems. Because it blooms on both old and new wood, flowering is more dependable after winter injury.

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

Blue, Pink

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Attracts

Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Soil

Moist well-drained, Rich

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Container, Foundation Plant, Mass Planting

Shape

Compact, Dense, Rounded

Bark

Smooth

Fruit

Yes

Drought tolerant

No