About This Plant
Bright, elegant, and covered in star-like blooms, Starfield® Hydrangea brings a fresh burst of summer color to the garden. Its large flower clusters are made up of distinctive, star-shaped florets that create a full, textured display above lush green foliage. With its beautiful branching habit and long-lasting blooms, it’s a standout choice for borders, foundation plantings, cottage gardens, and cut flowers.
Planting & Care
How to Plant
Choose a spot with 3–6 hours of sun, ideally morning sun. Dig a hole 2–3 times as wide as the pot but no deeper, with the top of the root ball slightly above ground level. Loosen circling roots and backfill with the native soil. Water deeply after planting and add 2–3 in of mulch, keeping it off the stems. Hardy in USDA zones 6-9.
Watering & Feeding
Water deeply 1–2 times a week for the first season, about 1 in per week. Keep soil evenly moist, especially during heat and dry spells. Feed once in early spring with a slow-release shrub fertilizer.
Pruning & Seasonal Care
Avoid heavy pruning; in spring, just remove dead stems once new buds show. Leaving dried flower heads over winter adds interest. Mulch in late fall to protect roots through the first winter.