Fairytrail™ Green Cascade Hydrangea
Shrub
- Arching branches are perfect for containers & hanging baskets!
- Refreshing lime-green flower buds at every node.
- Versatile hydrangea from Proven Winners ColorChoice Shrubs blooms earlier than other varieties.
- Zones 5-9, part sun, up to 4′ tall x 5′ wide at maturity.
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Description
Cascade hydrangeas are ideal for mixed beds, containers, and hanging baskets. Their graceful horizontal stems spill flowers freely all around the shrub. A unique hybrid, the cascade hydrangea achieves its distinctiveness through different varieties, enhancing both flower power and bud set. They bloom on old wood, and the flower buds aren't as hardy as the plant, so avoid pruning and consider protecting your shrubs in frigid temperatures. Flower color will be dependent on soil chemistry.
Details
Common name: Cascading hydrangea
Zone: 5-9
Sun exposure: Part sun (4-6 hours sun)
Height x width: 4′ tall x 5′ wide
Flower color: Green, white
Foliage color: Green
Season of interest: Spring through summer
Bloom time: Late spring
Features:Rare & unusual, Proven Winners, low flammability, heat tolerant, container plants, best sellers
Uses: Hedge, edging, landscaping, wildlife gardens, native plant gardens
How to Grow
Light: Most varieties tolerate full sun in the North, but benefit from afternoon shade and consistent moisture. In the South, plants require afternoon shade.
Water: Water to keep soil moist, but not wet.
Spacing: 4 feet
Fertilizing: Fertilize once in spring with a granular rose fertilizer. Make a second application in early summer if desired.
Winterizing: Do not prune. A 2-3″ layer of shredded bark mulch is sufficient winter protection.
Maintenance & pruning: Avoid pruning Cascade hydrangeas, except to remove any dead wood. These hydrangeas cannot be cut back or trimmed at any time of the year without impacting the bloom for either the current season or the next. Though they do rebloom readily on new wood, the best display comes from treating them as though they bloom only old wood.
Plant spacing is based on the ultimate width of the plants. This figure is normally given as a range; for example, 3-5’. If you live in a cold climate and/or want plants to fill in more quickly, plan to space at the shorter end of the range. If you live in a warm climate, are on a limited budget, or are willing to wait longer for plants to touch, use the higher end of the range. Using the larger number is recommended when calculating distance from a building or structure. There’s really no such thing as "maximum spacing": if you don’t want your plants to touch, you can space them as far apart as you’d like. All plant spacing is calculated on center, or in other words, the centers of the plants are spaced one half of their eventual width apart:
Unless you are planting in a straight line, as you might for hedges or edging, space your plants in a staggered or zig-zag pattern for a more interesting and naturalistic look:
Not sure just how many plants will fit in your garden? Our calculator gives you the exact amount of plants required for your space. Simply update the values and the calculator will re-calculate accordingly. Spacing information can be found in the 'How to Grow' tab on each plant's page.
Plant was delivered well packaged and healthy. Can’t wait to see it bloom!
Excellent customer service. Careful attention to detail in how the plants were packed was a huge asset since the carrier left the box upside down on my porch. Looking forward to seeing these grow!
Arrived quickly! All plants were healthy and packed securely!
Arrived healthy and a good size (gallon). It was packed well. There’s already a few small buds growing.
My plants (green, white, and blue) arrived well packaged and very healthy! Can’t wait to see these in the spring!
The cascading hydrangea arrived packaged perfectly and looks very healthy! I hope it gets some flowers this summer!
Can't wait for these to bloom!
Never knew of these, excited to watch them develop!
Plants arrived safely in good condition.
Plants are small but growing.
No evidence of disease.
I am a repeat customer and will buy again from Hydrangea.com
This plant hasn’t stopped taking off since I potted it. She’s doing nicely in all day dappled light. Happy with this purchase! Love love love Great Garden Plants!
Fairytrail™ Green Cascade Hydrangea
My Fariytrail Green Cascade Hydrangea came well packed and looked healthy. It had some blooms on it when it arrived. It is planted in a special spot. I can’t wait to see it grow and bloom more.
This hydrangea is healthy and is a good size also. I’m very pleased with my purchase! Thank You Great Garden Plants! I’ll be ordering from you in the near future 😉 🙏🏻 ❤️❤️❤️
Looking forward to bloom time!
Can I use my cascading hydrangea in a container through the summer months then transplant to the ground in the fall?
Yes, you can start Fairytrail™ Green Cascade Hydrangea in a container and then plant it in the ground in fall. Just make sure to get in the ground at least 6 weeks before the first hard frost hits your area and use a 2-3 inch layer of mulch to help insulate the roots.
What size of a container should be used?
Choosing the right size pot is important for a few reasons and we've got you covered with our blog 'What size pots should I use for container plantings?' You can find that here:
https://blog.greatgardenplants.com/what-size-pots-should-i-use-for-container-plantings/
Fairytale gr cascade hydrangeas purchased from you in May, well cared for, fertilized, watered. ONE flower. NO cascades. Any suggestions?
There is a handy saying about shrubs & perennials. "Sleep, creep, leap" refers to their growth habit for the first 3 years.
In sleep mode, the first year, plants concentrate on growing their root system. Don’t be disappointed if it looks like your plants aren't developing new growth, because the important action is happening underground.
In creep mode, you’ll notice more outward and upward growth in the second year.
The third-year is the leap year. The root systems are stable and most perennials and shrubs are now at their fullest potential, allowing them to put more energy into foliage and flower production.