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Family: Hydrangeaceae
Height: 3 ft to 4 ft
Width: 3 ft to 4 ft
Foliage color: Glossy dark green leaves
Flower color: Deep rose pink in alkaline soil or brilliant purplish blue in acidic soil
Bloom time: Late spring through summer
Light requirements: Partial sun to partial shade
Water requirements: Moderate
Maintenance: Low; remove spent blooms prune only dead stems and protect flower buds in colder climates
Growing zone: USDA zones 4 to 9
Wildlife attractors: Bees, butterflies and other pollinators attracted to the fertile flowers
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Works Well In:
● Shade Gardens
● Foundation Plantings
● Cut Flower Gardens
● Cottage GardensCompanion Plants:
Fatsia Skimmia
Tiarella Camellia
Trillium Lily-of-the-valleyDesign Tip:
Take advantage of ‘Pebble Beach’s’ strong stems by using it where substantial flower heads can provide structure without staking. Its sturdy, upright display works especially well for adding a defined flowering layer to looser, more naturalistic plantings.