First Editions® FlowerFull® Smooth Hydrangea Introduce exceptional beauty and long-lasting color to your garden with First Editions® FlowerFull® Smooth Hydrangea PP#35613 (Hydrangea arborescens 'BAIful'). This high-performance flowering shrub boasts massive, rounded clusters of soft white mophead blooms that age to delicate shades of blush pink, creating an ever-evolving display from early summer through fall. Unlike traditional Smooth Hydrangeas, FlowerFull® features stronger stems that hold up its abundant blooms without flopping, ensuring a clean, upright appearance throughout the season. This cold-hardy, heat-tolerant shrub thrives in a variety of conditions and delivers consistent, breathtaking floral displays with minimal effort. Why You’ll Love First Editions® FlowerFull® Smooth Hydrangea Huge, Abundant Flower Clusters – Larger-than-average blooms create a dramatic visual impact. Plus you will enjoy 2-3 times more blooms than other Smooth Hydrangea varieties. Extended Blooming Season – Flowers from early summer into fall, changing from white to soft pink. Strong, Sturdy Stems – Holds up blooms without drooping, maintaining a tidy, upright shape. Cold Hardy & Heat Tolerant – Thrives in USDA zones 3-8, ensuring reliable performance. Low Maintenance & Easy to Grow – Requires minimal care while producing consistent, show-stopping blooms. Pollinator-Friendly – Attracts butterflies and beneficial insects, enhancing biodiversity in your garden. Compact, Manageable Size – Reaches 3-4 feet tall and up to 5 feet wide, FlowerFull® is ideal for smaller spaces or mixed plantings. Perfect for Fresh & Dried Floral Arrangements – Long-lasting flowers add beauty indoors and outdoors. Best Ways to Use FlowerFull® Smooth Hydrangea in Your Garden With its lush foliage and abundant flowering, this Hydrangea is versatile and easy to incorporate into any landscape. Use it to: Create Elegant Borders & Hedges – Compact growth makes it an excellent choice for lined pathways and garden edges. Standing out against evergreens and in the light shade of trees. Enhance Foundation Plantings – Pairs beautifully with other Hydrangeas, flowering shrubs, and Roses. Mass Plant for a Stunning Floral Display – When planted in groups, creates a breathtaking sea of white and pink blooms. Grow in Containers for Patio Beauty – Thrives in large decorative pots, adding elegance to outdoor living areas. Use as a Cut Flower for Bouquets – Enjoy its long-lasting blooms in fresh or dried arrangements. Hydrangea Growing & Care Instructions Hydrangeas are very easy to grow deciduous shrubs! Sunlight: Thrives in full sun to partial shade; morning sun with afternoon shade is ideal in hotter climates. Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained, nutrient-rich soil for the best blooms. Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during hot weather. Pruning: Cut back stems to 12-18 inches in late winter or early spring to encourage strong new growth and abundant flowering. Mulch: Provide a 3-4 inch deep layer of pine bark chips around the root zone. Order FlowerFull® Smooth Hydrangea Today! A garden brimming in blooms! Order the First Editions® FlowerFull® Smooth Hydrangea. This Hydrangea delivers exceptional floral impact with minimal care. Now available at Nature Hills Nursery!