Hydrangea paniculata 'Silver Dollar' is a compact upright hydrangea known for its dense cone shaped flower panicles that emerge creamy white and age to soft pink through late summer into fall. Its sturdy stems hold blooms upright without flopping, making it a reliable and refined choice for sunny borders and foundation plantings. Height & Spread: 4 - 6 ft x 3 - 4 ft Bloom Time: Midsummer to fall Light Requirements: Full sun to part sun Soil Preference: Average well drained soil Watering Needs: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture Deer Resistance: Moderate deer resistance Native Status This species is native to parts of Asia including China and Japan. 'Silver Dollar' is a cultivated selection valued for its compact size, strong stems, and reliable flowering performance in landscape settings. WILDLIFE & INSECTS Butterflies Attracts butterflies such as Swallowtails and Painted Ladies which visit the fertile flowers for nectar. Bees Supports native bees and honeybees which forage on the fertile florets within the large flower panicles. Spacing & Landscape Use Spacing Recommendations Space 3 - 4 ft apart to allow shrubs to fill in while maintaining good air circulation. Landscape Placement Ideal for foundation plantings, mixed shrub borders, and as a low hedge where its long blooming season and sturdy structure provide lasting interest. Companion Plants Calamagrostis acutiflora 'Karl Foerster' (Feather Reed Grass) - Adds vertical structure that contrasts with the rounded flower panicles. Miscanthus sinensis 'Adagio' (Maiden Grass) - Provides soft movement and fine texture that complements the shrub form. Rudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm' (Black Eyed Susan) - Offers bright midsummer color that pairs well with the white blooms. Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna' (Meadow Sage) - Brings upright spikes and early season color contrast. Nepeta faassenii 'Walker's Low' (Catmint) - Creates a low flowing edge with cool toned flowers.
