Hydrangea - Pink Diamond

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Hydrangea - Pink Diamond

Pink Diamond Hydrangea, Hydrangea paniculata 'Pink Diamond', is an upright rounded Hydrangea with incredibly large flowers. The panicles open in late summer with valuable shades of color. It is first a cream color which gradually turns a rich shade of pink. The panicles are held upright, and this large upright habit makes a good background, or it can easily be trained as a small tree. It produces both sterile and fertile flowers. This a rugged, reliable plant and is considered the most cold hardy of this clan. Cut blossoms are suitable for drying, or prune off in late winter or early spring. Pink Diamond thrives in moist, acidic well drained soils. This deciduous plant prefers sun or part shade in dry climates. It has a moderate growth to 6 feet tall and as wide. ... details

 

Mountain Laurel As a result of years of hybridizing and research there are over 80 known varieties. However, the root systems are fine and shallow. Therefore, there is a need to protect the roots from too much heat and fertilizer.

Hydrangea - Pink Diamond