Hydrangea Pinky-Winky® Plus
Looking for a panicle hydrangea that really makes an impression? Pinky-Winky Plus is the successor to the widely acclaimed Pinky-Winky. Like its predecessor, it is a panicle hydrangea, Hydrangea paniculata, with striking, cone-shaped white flower clusters that gradually turn pink. From August onwards, the bloom deepens in color, ending in an intense dark pinkish-red hue in the autumn. Compared to Pinky-Winky, Pinky-Winky Plus distinguishes itself with larger and more massive flowers, a slightly earlier and longer flowering period, and stronger growth, resulting in a taller plant. Thanks to its powerful appearance and spectacular bloom, Pinky-Winky Plus is ideal as a solitary eye-catcher, as a structural plant in the garden, or for a striking hedge with maximum color impact.
Plant height up to more than 2 m. Pruning keeps the plant more compact.
General info
Like all other panicle hydrangeas, this select is virtually disease-free. Even when this panicle hydrangea is not in bloom, it retains its ornamental value. The branches are burgundy red and contrast beautifully with the dark green leaves. After flowering, the flowers will dry well so that they remain on the plant throughout the winter. Snow and frost then conjure up a delicate interplay of lines on them, reminiscent of Bruges lace. In America, Pinky-Winky Plus is included in the list of Proven Winners under the name Pinky-Winky Prime. Proven Winners awards and promotes promising newcomers to the market.
Maintenance
The panicle hydrangea loves a spot in full sun in soil that is not too dry. Sufficient fertilization every spring guarantees sturdy branches, which in turn ensures beautiful flower panicles that can grow up to 50 cm long. In terms of maintenance, it is best to use the pruning shears vigorously in early March. We will prune all sturdy stems back to about 30 cm above the ground. We remove the thin twigs completely. You don't need to do anything more; after just about 4 months, an exuberant bloom will be the reward. Hydrangea paniculata Pinky-Winky Plus is a vigorous grower: therefore, provide one plant per square meter for group plantings. As a standalone plant in a mixed border, it is better to give it a slightly larger space. It is guaranteed to become an eye-catcher in your garden.
