Let's Dance® Moonlight Hydrangea Bush

The Let's Dance® Moonlight Hydrangea Plant is a Proven Winners® selection and one of a new generation of Hydrangea that blooms on both old and new wood and is moderately salt-tolerant. Blooming atop strong stems on dark green foliage, the baby girl pink (>7.0 pH) or baby boy blue (<7.0 pH) mop-head flowers create a memorable display. Clip the deadheads to encourage prolific re-blooming. Moonlight's fall foliage takes on a rich reddish-bronze palette, making you smile all the way to the first frost. The young plant will benefit from pinching just the branch tips during the first year of growth, which helps to build a fuller-bodied adult.

Companion Planting: Aster, Astilbe, Dicentra, Viburnum

Planting Instructions:

• - Best planted in early spring or fall to establish strong roots before extreme temperatures
• - Space plants 3-5 feet apart to allow for mature size and airflow

Soil Preparation:

• - Ideal soil pH: 5.5-6.5 for blue blooms; higher pH (6.5-7.0) for pink blooms
• - Prefers well-drained, moist soil enriched with organic matter

Watering Specifics:

• - Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish roots
• - Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy, especially during hot weather

Fertilizer Type:

• - Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring
• - Use fertilizers formulated for acid-loving plants to maintain blue blooms

Pruning and Training:

• - Prune after blooming to shape the plant and remove spent flowers
• - Avoid heavy pruning, as flowers develop on old wood for most varieties

Additional Pest Management:

• - Monitor for pests such as aphids, spider mites, and slugs
• - Ensure good air circulation to prevent powdery mildew and leaf spot

Temperature Tolerance:

• - Hardy in USDA zones 5-9, depending on the variety
• - Protect from harsh winter winds; mulch around the base to insulate roots in colder climates