Tiny Tuff Stuff™ Hydrangea Bush

Tiny Tuff Stuff™ Reblooming Mountain Hydrangea is a fantastically hardy Proven Winners® selection as tough as its name implies. Particularly bud-hardy, this tiny hydrangea produces a profuse show of delicate pink, lace-cap blossoms with a decidedly arcing habit. This versatile hydrangea is the ideal size for small garden areas or balcony containers. Tiny Tuff Stuff blooms on old wood. This upright, mounded shrub performs best when pruned right after its blossoms fade for the season. Flower color is affected by soil ph.

Tiny Tuff Stuff™ Hydrangea serrata 'MAKD' USPP 24,842, Can 5,125

Companion Planting: Aster, Astilbe, Dicentra, Viburnum

Planting Instructions:

• - Best planted in early spring or fall for optimal root establishment
• - Space plants 3-5 feet apart to accommodate their compact growth habit

Soil Preparation:

• - Ideal soil pH: 5.5-6.5 for blue blooms; slightly higher pH (6.5-7.0) for pink blooms
• - Prefers well-drained, moist, and organically rich soil

Watering Specifics:

• - Water deeply and consistently during the first growing season to establish roots
• - Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy; more frequent watering may be needed during dry spells

Fertilizer Type:

• - Apply a slow-release, balanced fertilizer in early spring
• - For blue blooms, use a fertilizer designed for acid-loving plants

Pruning and Training:

• - Prune after blooming to remove spent flowers and maintain shape
• - Avoid pruning heavily, as Mountain Hydrangeas bloom on both old and new wood

Additional Pest Management:

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

Temperature Tolerance:

• - Hardy in USDA zones 5-8
• - Mulch around the base to retain soil moisture and protect roots from extreme temperatures