BIGLEAF HYDRANGEAS (Hydrangea macrophylla)
Let's Dance Blue Jangles Hydrangea, Bigleaf Hydrangea, Hydrangea Arborescens, Blue Flower
Proven Winners
Sycamore, IL
Let's Dance® Blue Jangles® bigleaf hydrangea. Photo by: Proven Winners

Zones: 6-9, some hardy to Zones 4 or 5 with winter protection
Bloom time: June to October
Flower types: Mophead or lacecap; color shifts with soil pH (pink in alkaline soil, blue in acidic)
Size: 2 to 6 feet tall and wide (depending on variety)
Sun/Shade: Part shade, tolerates full sun in cooler climates with consistent moisture
Best for: Coastal or mild climates and gardeners who want dramatic summer color
Highlights:
Also called French hydrangeas, mopheads or hortensias
Newer varieties bloom on old and new wood; older cultivars bloom only on old wood
Pruning must be timed carefully to avoid cutting off next year’s blooms (see care guide for details)
Excellent for cut flowers and containers
Popular selections: Let's Dance® series, Endless Summer® series, ‘Nikko Blue’, ‘Tokyo Delight’, 'Pistachio'