.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; } Vanilla Strawberry' Panicle Hydrangea Tree Form Hydrangea paniculata 'Vanilla Strawberry' Tree Form Description A spectacular deciduous shrub featuring conical flower clusters that transition from creamy white to blush pink and finally to deep red in late summer. Its upright growth habit makes it ideal for focal points or privacy screens in the landscape. Suggested Uses Perfect for borders, hedges, specimen plantings, and container arrangements. Its vibrant blooms attract pollinators and add visual interest throughout the growing season. Plant Details Botanical Name: Hydrangea paniculata 'Vanilla Strawberry' Common Name: Vanilla Strawberry Hydrangea Size & Growth: Typically grows 6-8 ft tall and wide with upright, bushy form Hardiness Zones: 3-9 Foliage Type: Deciduous Bloom Time: Summer to Fall Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes, with proper drainage Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Nontoxic Fragrant: No Cut Flower: Yes Grows Well With: Other shrubs, perennials, garden borders Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall in well-drained soil, in full sun for best blooms. Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist; mulch to retain moisture. Soil Type: Adaptable to various soils, prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH. Humidity: Tolerant of average garden humidity. Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter or early spring to shape and promote vigorous flowering. Winter Care: Apply mulch around roots in colder zones; protect graft union if necessary. Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in container or slightly deeper to promote root development. Fertilization: Feed in early spring with balanced fertilizer; repeat after first bloom. Special Care: Avoid heavy pruning late in the season to ensure healthy blooms.