Hydrangea paniculata 'Little Lamb'

Little Lamb Hydrangea

Hydrangea paniculata ‘Little Lamb’ is a compact deciduous shrub valued for its abundant creamy white flower panicles made up of many small florets that create a soft, delicate texture. This panicle hydrangea blooms on new wood from mid to late summer, with flowers gradually aging to blush pink and tan tones in fall. Its smaller size and dense bloom coverage make it especially useful in smaller landscapes.

Type: Deciduous shrub
Mature Size: Width: 3–5 ft · Height: 4–6 ft
USDA Zones: 3a–8b

Form: Rounded, compact

Light: Full sun to partial shade

Soil: Adaptable; moist, well-drained soil preferred

Water: Medium; benefits from regular moisture during dry periods

Wildlife: Attracts bees and other pollinating insects

Features & Landscape Uses:
Excellent for smaller borders, foundation plantings, mixed shrub beds, and mass plantings where a softer-textured panicle hydrangea is desired. The flower heads are also useful for fresh and dried arrangements.

Care:
Plant in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Because it blooms on new wood, prune in late winter or early spring to maintain compact form and encourage strong flowering. Mulch to conserve moisture and support root health.

Plant type

Flowering Deciduous Shrub

Height

4-6'

Width

3-5'

Hardiness zones

3–8

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Early Fall, Late Spring, Summer

Flower color

White

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Attracts

Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Soil

Moist well-drained, Rich

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Border, Container, Foundation Plant, Mass Planting

Shape

Compact, Rounded

Bark

Smooth

Fruit

Yes

Salt tolerant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No