Let's Dance Diva!® Hydrangea Bush

Our Let's Dance Diva!® Hydrangea Plant is another Proven Winners® ColorChoice® Big Leaf Hydrangea hybrid that blooms on both old and new wood. New for 2013, the humongous lace-cap blossoms are easily the size of dinner plates; the sepals are as big as the palm of your hand! Simply incredible! The color is pale, shell pink, though soil pH under 7.0 may result in lavender-blue blossoms. Flower lovers everywhere will be dancing in their gardens when they see this one! Even our coastal growers can enjoy its singular beauty; just provide this moderately salt-tolerant hydrangea a little protection from direct salt spray.

Planting Instructions:

• - Can be planted anytime the soil temps are 60F

Soil Preparation:

• - Ideal soil pH: 6.0-7.0, though varies by species
• - Prefers well-drained soil with organic matter for most bush varieties

Watering Specifics:

• - Water thoroughly when first planted, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings
• - Once established, most bushes are drought-tolerant but benefit from regular watering during dry spells

Fertilizer Type:

• - Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring to promote healthy growth
• - Avoid over-fertilizing, as this can promote excessive foliage growth at the expense of blooms

Pruning and Training:

• - Prune in late summer after the flowers fade, never in the spring
• - Up to one-third of the stems length can be pruned back

Additional Pest Management:

• - Most bushes are pest-resistant, though monitor for aphids, mites, or scale insects depending on the species
• - Ensure good air circulation to prevent fungal issues in dense growth

Temperature Tolerance:

• - Tolerates heat and cold once established

Let's Dance Diva!® Hydrangea macrophylla 'SMHMLDD' USPP 25,105, Can 5,127