Hydrangea 'Living Colourful Cocktail'Hydrangea paniculata

Enjoy over 100 days of stunning, colour-shifting blooms with Hydrangea Living Colourful Cocktail! This compact, deciduous shrub produces large, conical flower heads that evolve from creamy white in July, to soft pink in August, and finally deepen to a rich, vibrant pink in September. Part of the Living Creations collection, developed by a family-owned nursery in the Netherlands with generations of expertise, this hydrangea variety represents the pinnacle of modern hydrangea breeding. These premium-quality plants are not only incredibly hardy, but also boast stronger stems, a wider range of colours, and a much longer blooming period. They’re easy to care for, thrive in tough winter conditions, and continue to bloom profusely year after year. Perfect for those tricky shady spots in the garden, Hydrangea Living Colourful Cocktail excels where other plants struggle—such as north-facing borders, areas overshadowed by trees, or dull corners that never see direct sunlight. More drought-tolerant than traditional mophead hydrangeas (Hydrangea macrophylla), this variety is ideal for dry, woodland-like areas or large pots on shady patios and balconies. With its sturdy, well-branched structure, Hydrangea Living Colourful Cocktail provides a striking, ever-evolving display of flowers from July to September. It’s low-maintenance once established—just prune it back to a simple framework each spring to ensure another season of stunning growth. Height and spread: 1m (39in). Transform that forgotten corner into a vibrant, colour-changing oasis with Hydrangea Living Colourful Cocktail! One of the exceptional ‘Living Creations’ series, Hydrangea ‘Living Colourful Cocktail’ is a strongly-branching, compact, long-flowering variety featuring large flowers, starting creamy white in July, blushing pink by August, and reaching deep pink by September. Hydrangea paniculata prefers a sunny or semi shaded position, with shelter from cold, drying winds. Grow hydrangea plants in any non alkaline, fertile, moist soil. Improve the soil prior to planting by adding with plenty of well rotted manure or garden compost, ensuring that it is mixed in thoroughly and deeply.