.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } 'Tuff Stuff' Mountain Lacecap Hydrangea (Hydrangea serrata 'Tuff Stuff') Description This compact deciduous shrub features lacecap flower clusters with vibrant blue blooms. Its bushy growth habit makes it ideal for small gardens and borders. Suggested Uses Perfect for cottage gardens, shaded borders, container planting, and woodland garden settings. Plant Details Botanical Name: Hydrangea serrata 'Tuff Stuff' Common Name: 'Tuff Stuff' Mountain Lacecap Hydrangea Size & Growth: Typically reaches 2-3 ft in height with a similar spread Hardiness Zones: 5-8 Foliage Type: Deciduous Bloom Time: Late Spring to Early Summer Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Partial to Full Shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: Not recommended for indoor growth Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets Fragrant: No Cut Flower: Suitable Grows Well With: Ferns, Hostas, Shade Trees Care Tips Planting Instructions: Best planted in spring or fall in well-drained, moist soil with partial shade. Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged. Soil Type: Loamy, acidic to neutral pH preferred. Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity levels. Pruning Instructions: Remove dead or crossing branches after flowering to maintain shape. Winter Care: Mulch deeply in colder zones to protect roots during winter. Planting Depth: Plant so that the top of the root ball is level with the soil surface. Fertilization: Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring. Special Care: Protect from harsh afternoon sun to prevent leaf scorch.