Tuff Stuff™ Red Mountain Hydrangea

Hardy rebloomer

Botanical Name- Hydrangea serrata 'SMNMAKTSR'

Pronunciation- hy-DRAN-jee-uh ser-RAY-tuh

Foliage- Deciduous

Mature Width- 3 ft

Mature Height- 3 ft

Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun

Soil Preferences- Requires a moist, fertile, well-drained soil

Current Size- #3

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Bloom Time-

Companion Plants- Heuchera 'Silver Scrolls' (elegant silver foliage vs lacecap blooms)

Fauna Attracted- Bees (especially lacecap types), butterflies, hoverflies

Plant Habit- Shrub

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - C13

Yearly Care Instructions- Prune lightly after flowering to preserve next season’???s buds. Prefers consistent moisture and partial shade. An acid-based fertilizer in spring can enhance flower color.

Trimming Instructions- Prune after flowering if it blooms on old wood, taking care not to remove next year's buds. Light shaping maintains plant size.

Fertilization Instructions- Feed with a balanced or slightly acidic fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14 or 4-6-4) in spring; moderate to high feeding need. Incorporate compost into clay for best flower production.

Fertilizer Recommendation- Holly-tone

Possible Issues- Aphids, powdery mildew