HYDRANGEA paniculata 'Early Sensation'

Deciduous

Shades of pink - All shades of pink through to Carmine (red) - ageing to reddish pink

White - starting white

Height - 60-80cm (24-32in)

Spread - 60-80cm (24-32in)

Medium shrub - Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height - produces large inflorescences of sterile and fertile flowers

Hardy - cold winter - Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)

Full sun

Partial shade

Harmful if eaten - These will give you an upset tummy, so please don't eat any of these.

May cause skin allergy or irritant - Having skin or eye contact with these plants could result in an allergic reaction, burning or rash.

Additional Features - Good to know - early, long flowering hydrangea. Wildlife plant - insects

Pests & Diseases - aphids, red spider mites, scale insects, vine weevils, capsid bugs, grey mould (Botrytis), hydrangea virus, powdery mildew, leaf spot, honey fungus

Place of origin - Netherlands. 1991. Rein Bulk. Chance seedling

Flower Shape - Panicles

Hardiness - Fully hardy

Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil - humus-rich.

Wildlife - Bee friendly

Rabbit Resistant