Frill Ride Reblooming Hydrangea

Frill Ride™ Hydrangea- A Showstopping, Frilly Mophead

The Frill Ride™ Hydrangea is a compact, reblooming bigleaf hydrangea with dramatically ruffled, frilly-edged petals that set it apart from traditional mophead varieties. Its lush, rounded blooms burst into vivid pink or rich blue hues, depending on soil pH, delivering long-lasting color from summer through fall. Sturdy stems support the large flower heads, ensuring an elegant display in garden beds, borders, and containers.

If you're searching for a low-maintenance yet high-impact hydrangea, Frill Ride™ is an excellent choice—especially for those who love unique, bold flowers with exceptional garden performance.

Key Features

• Distinctive Frilly Petals – Unlike classic mophead hydrangeas, Frill Ride™ boasts deeply ruffled and textured blooms, creating a one-of-a-kind floral display.
• Vibrant, Color-Changing Blooms – Flowers shift from bright pink in alkaline soil to rich blue in acidic soil, allowing for customizable garden aesthetics.
• Compact & Versatile – At just 2-3 feet tall and wide, this hydrangea fits beautifully in smaller gardens, urban landscapes, and decorative containers.
• Strong, Upright Stems – Unlike some older hydrangea varieties that droop under heavy blooms, Frill Ride™ features sturdy, supportive stems for a well-structured look.
• Reblooming Performance – Blooms on both old and new wood, ensuring continuous flowering from early summer through fall for an extended season of color.
• Cold Hardy & Heat Tolerant – Performs well in USDA Zones 5-9, withstanding cooler temperatures while thriving in warm, humid climates.

How Does Frill Ride™ Compare to Other Hydrangeas?

The Frill Ride™ Hydrangea stands out with its deeply ruffled, frilly petals, creating a unique and textured floral display. Its vibrant, color-changing blooms shift from bright pink to rich blue depending on soil pH, offering dynamic beauty throughout the season. With a compact growth habit of just 2-3 feet, it fits well in small gardens and containers while maintaining strong, upright stems that support its large, eye-catching flowers. As a reblooming variety, it continuously produces blooms on both old and new wood, ensuring a long-lasting show from early summer through fall. Perfect for gardeners looking for a distinctive, easy-care hydrangea with striking, long-lasting color.

Where to Use Frill Ride™ Hydrangea

• Garden Beds & Borders – A stunning focal point or accent plant in mixed borders.
• Container Gardens – Perfect for patios, balconies, or small-space gardening.
• Foundation Planting – Adds color and elegance near walkways and entryways.
• Cut Flower Arrangements – Long-lasting, frilly blooms make exceptional floral displays indoors.

Care Tips for Best Performance

• Light: Partial sun to partial shade (morning sun with afternoon shade is ideal).
• Soil: Well-draining, rich soil with added organic matter. Adjust soil pH to control bloom color.
• Water: Keep soil consistently moist, especially in hot weather.
• Pruning: Light pruning after blooming. Since it blooms on old and new wood, avoid heavy pruning in early spring.
• Fertilizer: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring to encourage vigorous growth and blooms.

The Frill Ride™ Hydrangea is the ideal choice for gardeners who want eye-catching, frilly blooms, a compact growth habit, and reliable reblooming performance. Whether you're creating a vibrant landscape, adding charm to a patio garden, or looking for a standout cut flower, Frill Ride™ delivers unmatched beauty and ease of care.