Sweet Starlight Hydrangea
Sweet Starlight Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla 'SMHMSDD') — A unique lacecap hydrangea with delicate star-shaped blooms in pink or blue and a compact, sturdy habit that holds blooms upright even after rain.
Plant Details
- Botanical Name: Hydrangea macrophylla 'SMHMSDD' PP35658
- Mature Size: 3–4 ft tall × 3–4 ft wide
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Bloom Color: Pink or blue depending on soil pH (summer through fall)
- Foliage: Deciduous — dark green
Growing Conditions
- Sunlight: Part shade to filtered sun
- Water Needs: Moderate — consistent moisture
- Soil: Rich, well-drained; pH determines bloom color
- Hardiness Zones: USDA 5–9
Why Choose Sweet Starlight Hydrangea?
- Unique star-shaped lacecap florets — unlike typical mophead hydrangeas
- Strong stems hold blooms upright without staking
- Reblooms on new wood for extended flowering
- Compact size perfect for containers and small gardens
Care Tips
Plant in morning sun/afternoon shade. Keep soil consistently moist. Adjust soil pH for desired color — aluminum sulfate for blue, lime for pink. Minimal pruning needed; remove dead wood in early spring.
Description
Sweet Starlight Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla 'SMHMSDD') — A unique lacecap hydrangea with delicate star-shaped blooms in pink or blue and a compact, sturdy habit that holds blooms upright even after rain.
Plant Details
- Botanical Name: Hydrangea macrophylla 'SMHMSDD' PP35658
- Mature Size: 3–4 ft tall × 3–4 ft wide
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Bloom Color: Pink or blue depending on soil pH (summer through fall)
- Foliage: Deciduous — dark green
Growing Conditions
- Sunlight: Part shade to filtered sun
- Water Needs: Moderate — consistent moisture
- Soil: Rich, well-drained; pH determines bloom color
- Hardiness Zones: USDA 5–9
Why Choose Sweet Starlight Hydrangea?
- Unique star-shaped lacecap florets — unlike typical mophead hydrangeas
- Strong stems hold blooms upright without staking
- Reblooms on new wood for extended flowering
- Compact size perfect for containers and small gardens
Care Tips
Plant in morning sun/afternoon shade. Keep soil consistently moist. Adjust soil pH for desired color — aluminum sulfate for blue, lime for pink. Minimal pruning needed; remove dead wood in early spring.
