{"product_id":"smooth-hydrangea-shrub","title":"Smooth Hydrangea Shrub","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth Hydrangea\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eHydrangea arborescens\u003c\/em\u003e), also known as Wild Hydrangea or Sevenbark, is a spectacular, worry-free native shrub that brings classic, cloud-like summer blooms and immense ecological value to your shaded landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1\"\u003eAn easygoing understory icon of native woodlands and rocky slopes, Smooth Hydrangea is beloved for its generous clusters of creamy-white summer flowers. Keeping to a compact and manageable 3 to 5 feet tall and wide, this versatile shrub thrives in dappled shade, blooms with absolute dependability regardless of winter weather, and serves as a bustling hub for native pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"padding-left: 20px; list-style-position: outside;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReliable Summer Blooms:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, rounded, creamy-white flower clusters cover the plant from June into fall - and because it blooms exclusively on \"new wood\" (fresh spring growth), its magnificent flower display is immune to late-spring freezes or accidental over-pruning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollinator Magnet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike over-hybridized, sterile garden store hydrangeas, this true native features nectar-rich fertile flowers that actively feed bumblebees, beneficial insects, and butterflies from June through autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSphinx Moth Larval Host: \u003c\/strong\u003eServes as the primary evolutionary host plant for the spectacular Hydrangea Sphinx Moth, making it a high-priority addition for biodiversity gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStunning \"Sevenbark\" Winter Interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e True to its historical nickname, the mature stems beautifully peel back in winter to reveal multiple rich layers of tan, orange, and red bark, catching the eye against winter snow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Shelter for Birds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its dense, twiggy structure and durable, dried autumn flower heads offer valuable cold-weather camouflage and nesting cover for foraging songbirds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShade-Loving \u0026amp; Easy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives in part shade to shade and a wide range of moist, well-drained soils with little fuss.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact \u0026amp; Versatile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its tidy 3-to-5-foot size suits borders, foundations, woodland gardens, and mass plantings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEco-Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grown non-GMO and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/content.gardenforwildlife.com\/learn\/neonicotinoids-kill-butterflies-thats-why-we-dont-use-them\"\u003eneonicotinoid-free\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure a healthy ecosystem for your local wildlife.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis shrub ships in a one gallon container with established root mass. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose Smooth Hydrangea?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,6\"\u003eSmooth Hydrangea is the perfect combination of old-fashioned cottage garden charm and rugged native durability. It completely removes the guesswork out of growing hydrangeas. Instead of fussing over complex pruning schedules or winter protection, you can plant it in a shady spot and enjoy a reliable canvas of creamy-white blooms year after year. As an added bonus, its dried, papery flower heads can be left on the plant through winter, creating a architectural look in the garden while offering shelter and seeds to foraging songbirds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col style=\"padding-left: 20px; list-style-position: outside;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in partial shade to full shade. (Can tolerate full sun \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"10,8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"71\"\u003eonly\u003c\/i\u003e if given consistent, daily moisture). Prefers moist, rich, organic, well-drained soils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering: \u003c\/strong\u003eRequires regular watering during its first season to establish its root system. True to its woodland nature, it appreciates supplemental watering during the peak heat of summer to keep its lush foliage looking crisp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance: \u003c\/strong\u003eRemarkably forgiving. To maintain a highly dense, robust shape and encourage the largest possible flower clusters, simply cut the stems back by half—or down near the ground—in late winter before new spring growth emerges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more information on planting, view our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/content.gardenforwildlife.com\/learn\/how-to-plant-your-native-plants\"\u003eHow to Plant Your Native Plants\u003c\/a\u003e guide and other \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/content.gardenforwildlife.com\/learn\/tag\/planting-tips\"\u003eplanting tips\u003c\/a\u003e in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/content.gardenforwildlife.com\/learn\"\u003eGarden for Wildlife Learning Center\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,10\"\u003eBrighten the shady spots of your yard with the effortless beauty of Smooth Hydrangea—a resilient native classic that rewards you with an abundance of creamy-white summer blooms while fueling local pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Garden for Wildlife","offers":[{"title":"1-Pack","offer_id":54355538182510,"sku":"GFW-ECOM-COL-SMTHYDRANGEA-1GAL-1","price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2-Pack","offer_id":54355538215278,"sku":"GFW-ECOM-COL-SMTHYDRANGEA-1GAL-2","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4-Pack","offer_id":54355538248046,"sku":"GFW-ECOM-COL-SMTHYDRANGEA-1GAL-4","price":240.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0521\/4047\/4568\/files\/smooth-hydrangea-shrub-4192644.png?v=1784658674","url":"https:\/\/gardenforwildlife.com\/products\/smooth-hydrangea-shrub","provider":"Garden for Wildlife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}