Panicle hydrangea 'Living Infinity' (Hydrangea paniculata) - garden hydrangea - 12 cm pot - Height 30 cm

The Living Infinity Panicle Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata) blooms from July to September, making it one of the latest flowering shrubs in the garden. The large, conical panicles open creamy white in July, then gradually take on a soft pink hue as summer progresses, creating a highly decorative ombré effect. This long summer flowering season, which often extends into the early weeks of autumn, is a major advantage over other hydrangeas that bloom as early as spring.

Yes, the Living Infinity Panicle Hydrangea is a very hardy shrub Hydrangea paniculata that can withstand temperatures of around -20°C when planted in the ground without protection. It is therefore suitable for almost all of France, including continental regions such as Alsace and Burgundy. Its main advantage over bigleaf hydrangeas (Hydrangea macrophylla) is that it flowers on new growth: even if a late frost damages the young shoots in spring, the plant will still grow back and flower because the flower buds form on the new stems. However, when planted in a pot, it is advisable to protect the container from frost to preserve the roots.

At maturity, the Living Infinity Panicle Hydrangea generally reaches a height of between 1.2 and 1.5 metres, with a similar spread. Its growth is rapid, a characteristic of the Hydrangea paniculata species, allowing you to enjoy a well-structured, abundantly flowering shrub in just a few years. The plants, supplied in 12 cm pots, measure between 20 and 30 cm: they establish quickly in their first season and can produce their first panicles the following summer if planting conditions are favourable. Pruning annually in spring helps control the shape and encourages dense flowering.

When planting in the ground, choose a sunny to partially shaded spot and dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball. Mix the excavated soil with well-rotted compost to enrich the soil and improve its water-holding capacity. Plant the seedling, fill in the soil, firm it gently, and water thoroughly. When planting in a pot, choose a container at least 30 to 40 cm in diameter filled with'high-quality, slightly acidic potting mix blended with compost. Make sure the pot has drainage holes to prevent water from stagnating.'''

T'Hortensia Paniculé Living Infinity s'uites a wide range of 'light conditions, from full sun to partial shade. In full sun, the flowering is particularly generous and the panicles take on beautiful pink hues at the end of 'summer, but the soil must remain cool and regular 'watering is essential in hot weather. In partial shade, particularly under filtered foliage or in an east-facing position, the plant tolerates the summer heat better and requires less 'watering, although the flowering may be slightly less dense.

Yes, l'Panicle Hydrangea Living Infinity is highly prized by pollinators, especially bees and bumblebees, which forage on its fertile flowers located at the heart of the large panicles. The sterile flowers, which form the decorative white and pink part of the 'inflorescence, serve mainly as an attractive visual signal for insects, while the small central flowers provide pollen and nectar. Flowering from July to September, it fills a gap in the 'garden's summer floral display, a period when many other plants have already finished flowering.

Absolutely: the panicles of the 'Living Infinity Panicle Hydrangea are ideal for cutting and floral arrangements. For a fresh bouquet, cut the stems to the desired length as soon as the flowers are fully open, preferably early in the morning, and place them immediately in 'water. For dried floral arrangements, wait until the panicles have begun to take on their pink, slightly papery hues in late 'summer, then cut them and hang them upside down in a dry, well-ventilated place for 2 to 3 weeks.