Nikko Blue Hydrangea

Scientific Name: Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Nikko Blue’
Zone: 6-9
Mature Height: 4-6 ft
Mature Width: 4-6 ft
Fruit: Dry capsules in late summer
Flowers: Panicles that are 4-5″ blooming in June and flowers can persist for up to two months. When grown in acidic soil, the flowers are blue. In alkaline soil they bloom pink.
Bloom Time: June
Growth Rate: 12-18″
Soil: Moist, well-drained soil
Drought Tolerance: Moderate
Flood Tolerance: Poor
Sun Requirements: Part Sun, full sun only if the soil is moist
Fall Color: Yellow, Green
Wildlife Value: Birds, butterflies, and pollinator insects