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Planting & Care

Planting Instructions for Vanilla Strawberry™ Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata 'Renhy')

  1. Site Selection and Soil Preparation:
  2. Planting:

Care Instructions

  1. Watering: Vanilla Strawberry™ Hydrangea requires regular watering, especially during its first year while establishing. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. A deep watering once or twice a week is recommended, particularly in hot, dry periods.
  2. Fertilizing: Feed your hydrangea in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer (such as 10-10-10) to encourage healthy growth and blooms. Avoid over-fertilizing, as too much nitrogen can lead to fewer flowers. Reapply fertilizer in midsummer if the soil is poor, but a single feeding in spring is often enough.
  3. Monitoring: Keep an eye out for common problems such as wilting leaves (which can indicate underwatering or excessive heat) and pests like aphids or spider mites. Hydrangeas are generally resistant to most pests but may attract some, especially in humid climates.

Maintenance and Long-Term Care

  1. Pruning: This hydrangea blooms on new wood, meaning that pruning can be done in late winter or early spring without affecting the bloom cycle. Trim off any dead or damaged branches and shape the plant as desired. Light pruning can also encourage more vigorous blooming.
  2. Pest and Disease Control: Vanilla Strawberry™ Hydrangeas are generally pest-resistant, but pests such as aphids or spider mites may occasionally appear. If you notice them, treat the plant with neem oil or insecticidal soap. For fungal diseases like powdery mildew, ensure the plant has good airflow by avoiding overcrowding.
  3. Seasonal Care:

Color-changing blooms: Creamy white flowers gradually shift to pink and deep red, providing dynamic color through the season.

Large, cone-shaped flower clusters: Produces showy blooms up to 12 inches long, perfect for a striking garden display or cut flowers.

Low-maintenance and hardy: Thrives in various soil types with minimal care, offering reliable beauty year after year.

Description

Vanilla Strawberry™ Hydrangea – A Showstopper with Gorgeous, Color-Changing Blooms

The Vanilla Strawberry™ Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata ‘Renhy’) is a stunning, award-winning shrub that brings dynamic color and eye-catching beauty to your garden. With blooms that start creamy white, then turn soft pink and deepen into rich, strawberry red, this unique hydrangea offers a multi-color display that changes throughout the season. Perfect as a focal point, hedge, or accent plant, the Vanilla Strawberry™ Hydrangea is sure to be the star of your landscape.

Key Features of Vanilla Strawberry™ Hydrangea:

  • Color-Changing Blooms: Flowers begin as creamy white, gradually turning to blush pink, and finally, vibrant strawberry red as the season progresses, creating a striking ombré effect.
  • Long Blooming Season: Blooms from midsummer through fall, providing months of floral beauty and color.
  • Large, Showy Flower Panicles: The large cone-shaped flower clusters can reach up to 12 inches long, making a bold statement in any garden.
  • Compact & Versatile Size: Grows 6-7 feet tall with a 4-5 foot spread, making it perfect for a variety of uses, from hedges to borders or as a stunning specimen plant.
  • Cold Hardy & Low Maintenance: Thrives in USDA Zones 3-8, tolerating cold winters and requiring minimal care once established.

Dynamic Color from Summer to Fall

The Vanilla Strawberry™ Hydrangea is celebrated for its unique, ever-changing blooms. Starting in midsummer, the large, cone-shaped flower clusters emerge as a creamy white, then begin their color transition to soft pink. As the season continues, the blooms deepen into a rich, strawberry red that intensifies as cooler weather approaches. With its color-changing flowers, this hydrangea provides a show-stopping display throughout summer and into fall, making it the perfect choice for adding long-lasting beauty to your landscape.

Versatile Uses in the Landscape

With its upright growth habit and manageable size, the Vanilla Strawberry™ Hydrangea is incredibly versatile. Use it to create a dramatic flowering hedge along walkways or property lines, or plant it as a colorful focal point in garden beds. Its vibrant blooms also look stunning in mixed borders or as a backdrop to other perennials. The plant’s tall, graceful form makes it an ideal choice for adding vertical interest to your landscape, and its blooms are perfect for cutting and enjoying indoors as part of fresh floral arrangements.

Low Maintenance & Easy to Grow

The Vanilla Strawberry™ Hydrangea is as easy to care for as it is beautiful. This hydrangea thrives in full sun to partial shade and is adaptable to a variety of soil types, though it prefers moist, well-drained soil. Once established, it is drought-tolerant and requires minimal upkeep. Light pruning in late winter or early spring will help encourage fresh growth and maintain the plant’s shape, though it naturally develops a neat, rounded form. This hardy shrub is resistant to most pests and diseases, making it a reliable, low-maintenance option for any gardener.

Cold Hardy and Tough

This hydrangea is a great choice for homeowners in colder climates, as it is highly cold-hardy down to USDA Zone 3. Despite its delicate, colorful blooms, the Vanilla Strawberry™ Hydrangea can easily withstand freezing winters and return each year with even more flowers. Its tough nature makes it an ideal plant for areas that experience harsh winter conditions, without sacrificing beauty.

Perfect for Hedges, Borders, or Standalone Beauty

The Vanilla Strawberry™ Hydrangea is perfect for creating eye-catching hedges or borders that provide year-round interest. Its large, showy blooms make it an excellent specimen plant, ideal for highlighting key areas of your landscape or adding vibrant color to your outdoor space. Whether you’re planting it alongside walkways, as part of a mixed bed, or using it to fill in a larger garden, this hydrangea is sure to add charm and elegance to your landscape.

Why Choose Nationwide Plants?

At Nationwide Plants, we take pride in providing high-quality plants that are grown with expert care. Our Vanilla Strawberry™ Hydrangea shrubs are carefully selected to ensure they arrive at your home healthy, well-rooted, and ready to thrive in your garden. With fast, reliable shipping and a focus on customer satisfaction, we make it easy to bring the beauty of this award-winning hydrangea to your landscape.

Transform Your Landscape with Vanilla Strawberry™ Hydrangea – Order Now!

Create a breathtaking garden with the color-changing beauty of the Vanilla Strawberry™ Hydrangea. Whether you’re adding a dramatic hedge, a colorful border, or a standout specimen plant, this hydrangea delivers vibrant blooms and long-lasting beauty. Order today from Nationwide Plants and enjoy fast delivery of this exceptional shrub right to your door!

The Vanilla Strawberry™ Hydrangea thrives in Zones 4-8

Growing Zones for the Vanilla Strawberry™ Hydrangea

If you live in the green area above, we recommend the Vanilla Strawberry™ Hydrangea.

Growing Zones 4-8
Mature Height 6-8 ft.
Mature Width 4-5 ft.
Cannot Ship To AZ, OR
Sunlight Full Sun
Botanical Name Hydrangea paniculata 'Renhy'
The Vanilla Strawberry™ Hydrangea thrives in Zones 4-8
Growing Zones for the Vanilla Strawberry™ Hydrangea
If you live in the green area above, we recommend the Vanilla Strawberry™ Hydrangea.
Growing Zones 4-8
Mature Height 6-8 ft.
Mature Width 4-5 ft.
Cannot Ship To AZ, OR
Sunlight: Full Sun
Botanical Name Hydrangea paniculata 'Renhy'