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Impressive Hydrangea

Transform Your Garden with Hydrangea Paniculata 'Phantom'

Hydrangea paniculata 'Phantom' is a standout deciduous shrub prized for its enormous conical flower heads—among the largest of any paniculata variety. This hardy shrub brings dramatic structure and vibrant colour from early summer through autumn, with creamy white blooms that gradually blush to soft pink as the season progresses.

• Botanical family: Hydrangeaceae
• Mature size: Up to 150cm (59") high, spreading to an impressive 250cm (98")
• Flowering period: June to September

Why Choose 'Phantom'?

• Long-lasting display: Enjoy months of colour as flower heads shift from white to pink.
• Tough and reliable: Fully hardy in the UK, tolerating frosts and exposed sites.
• Low maintenance: Requires little more than occasional pruning in late winter or early spring.
• Ideal for borders: Its slightly spreading habit makes it perfect for mixed shrub borders or as a statement specimen.
• Great for cut flowers: Strong stems support the weight of blooms, ideal for indoor displays.

Growing Guide

• Sun/shade: Prefers full sun or partial shade.
• Soil requirements: Grows best in moist, well-drained soils; tolerates a range of soil types but prefers neutral to slightly acidic pH.
• Caring tips: Water regularly during dry spells in the first year. Mulch annually to retain moisture. Prune back old stems in late winter or early spring to encourage vigorous new growth and larger flower heads.
• Feeding: Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring as new growth appears.

Design Ideas & Companions

• 'Phantom' pairs beautifully with ornamental grasses, hostas, or late-flowering perennials like asters and Japanese anemones.
• Create a bold focal point in borders or use as a backdrop for smaller shrubs and perennials.

Your Plant Arrives Ready to Thrive

This Hydrangea paniculata 'Phantom' is supplied in a 9cm nursery pot—simply plant out into your garden or favourite container and watch it flourish year after year.

FAQs

• When is the best time to plant?
  The ideal planting time is autumn or spring when soil is moist but not frozen.
• How fast does Hydrangea 'Phantom' grow?
  This variety establishes quickly and can reach its mature size within 4–5 years under good conditions.
• What type of soil does it prefer?
  'Phantom' thrives in moist, well-drained soils with a neutral to slightly acidic pH. Avoid waterlogged areas for best results.