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Hydrangea paniculata 'Pinky Winky'

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  • General Information
  • Buy
  • Plant
  • Sow Seeds
  • Fertilize
  • Water
  • Prune
  • Mulch
  • Protect
  • Pest/Disease Inspection
  • Treat for Pest/Disease
  • Transplant
  • Propagate
  • Harvest
  • Special requirements

General Information

PINKY WINKY has an unusual name, and an even more unusual flower. The large white panicles open in mid to late summer; and as summer turns to fall, the florets at the base of the panicles turn pink. All the while, the flower panicles continue to grow, producing new white florets at the tip. The result is spectacular two-toned flowers that can reach up to 16 inches in length! This show-stopper is also very easy to grow - it blooms regardless of climate, soil, pH or pruning! It is adaptable to most soils and because you can plant this beauty in either sun or shade, PINKY WINKY will thrive in just about any garden!

Sunset Zones

USDA Zones

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Buy

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Plant

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Sow Seeds

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Fertilize

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Water

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Prune

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January
If you are experiencing a mild winter, take advantage of the weather and prune your shrubs now.

PINKY WINKY is a species of Hydrangea that blooms on new wood. Therefore, it can be pruned in winter. It can also be easily maintained as a smaller plant or trained into a small tree.

Mulch

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Protect

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Pest/Disease Inspection

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Treat for Pest/Disease

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Transplant

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Propagate

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Harvest

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Special requirements

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