Let's Dance Big Band® Bigleaf Hydrangea
Shrub
- Exceptional reblooming ability.
- Enjoy deep blue or pink color.
- Compact habit won't outgrow its space.
- Glossy foliage looks great all season.
- Zones 5-9, sun/part sun, 2.5' tall x 2.5' wide at maturity.
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Patent: PP 32,514
Common name: Reblooming hydrangea, Bigleaf hydrangea, Mophead hydrangea, Florist's hydrangea, Hortensia
Zone: 5 - 9
Sun exposure: Sun in cool areas; part shade in warm climates.
Height x width: 2.5' tall and wide
Flower color: Blue or pink, depending on conditions (see How to grow for more info)
Foliage color: Glossy green
Season of interest: Summer-fall
Bloom time: Summer
Features: Space savers, Proven Winners, heat tolerant, best for beginners
Uses: Flower gardens, landscaping, specimen, flowering hedge, cut flowers
Notes on flower color: The flowers of bigleaf hydrangeas can vary from pink to purple to blue, depending on soil chemistry. You must have both an acidic soil and the presence of aluminum (a naturally occurring soil element) in order for blue/purple color to develop. Get a soil test from your local Cooperative Extension before applying any color change treatment to be certain that it will be effective.
How to Grow
Light: Plants can take full sun (6+ hrs/day) in cooler areas, but afternoon shade is recommended in warm climates. If your plant frequently wilts in the afternoon even though it was recently watered, that may indicate the spot is too sunny for it.
Water: Average to abundant (as long as soil is well drained).
Space: 2 - 3'
Fertilizing: Fertilize in early spring, once the ground has thawed, with a granular rose fertilizer. Make an additional application in late spring/early summer to boost reblooming ability, particularly in colder areas.
Winterizing: Do not cut plants back for winter! Doing so will cut off all of the flower buds for the following season. If plants show a lot of dieback in spring, consider moving them, as this indicates the spot may be too cold for the plant.
Maintenance: Even though Let's Dance hydrangeas are reblooming and capable of flowering on old and new wood, for best bloom, it is best to avoid pruning, trimming, or cutting them back. Any dead wood can be pruned out in early spring, once the new growth has begun to emerge and its clear where any winter damage occurred. If plants do not flower reliably, move them to a more protected spot in your yard; early spring is an excellent time to do that. For best reblooming performance, keep plants free of stress so they grow vigorously. New growth is key to a good rebloom!
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.
I also purchased the above Review Title. They both came very dry with the leaves having holes. I have already reported this. They look exactly the same as they arrived 9/8. I'd say touch and go.
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As a landscape designer, I have been growing this cultivar of hydrangea for three years now and it is a winner! With continuous stunning blooms from late spring though fall on a compact plant, it is suitable for either a container or garden bed where space is limited. I have found that Let’s Dance ‘Big Band’ overwinters beautifully in a large pot here in zone 7a, and prefers partial shade conditions over sun. The hydrangea has now been transplanted to the north side of my property where it continues to please!
It's so beautiful!
I planted my hydrangeas last year& they grew very steadily. This year they just spread & bloomed & are a showstopper. I get many complements. So beautiful, Thanks
A little disappointed hence 3 stars. All 6 were different sizes. I have followed the instructions to a t including the fertilizer that was recommended, mulch and watering. It was recommended i use organic burlap to surround each plant since the hydrangeas are still getting established for the winter. I really cannot rate this a 4 or 5 star until I see the plants in the spring of 2027 and the growth during the 2027 summer season. Check back with me then and I will be able to give the appropriate stars -hopefully-. I will purchase more plants once I see how the 6 have survived.
We’re sorry you’re having trouble with your plants! Our team of horticulture experts would love to take a closer look! Our fall guarantee covers plants received after September 1 until May 2026, so we have you covered. Please send your order number and pictures of your plants to [email protected] to start the claims process if necessary. We look forward to helping! https://bit.ly/hyd-guaranteed
Plant looks great. Hope I get a bloom this year.
Hydrangeas came and were thriving. I planted them and they seem to be doing very well.
The plant doesn’t look very healthy but we will see if it survives
Hello! It is common for plants to experience slight stress from shipping, as they have not experienced their ideal growing conditions at this time. We recommend placing plants in a cool, shaded spot out of direct sunlight for 24-48 hours after unpacking them. This allows them a recovery and acclimation period before planting. If you must hold them longer, place them out of direct sunlight, wind, heat, and cold, and plant as soon as possible. Please email your order number and pictures of your plants to [email protected] to start the claims process, and we can make sure your plants are on the right track! https://bit.ly/ggp-guarantee
Let's Dance Big Band™ Bigleaf Hydrangea
Plant arrived very healthy
Plant was delivered in perfect condition
I purchased several plants and 2 of them died shortly after planting
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Arrived alive and healthy
Arrived in good condition and doing well. I'd buy from this company again.
Beautiful healthy established plants! They all look great!
Beautiful plants ! healthy & fine.....Thanks !
All 6 that I ordered look like they are off to a good start. When they are big enough to bloom will be a more accurate rating to see if they are plentiful. Look healthy
The first delivery had totally dried out. I emailed them and immediately they sent an email saying they were sending out tea placements. They came within a week and were perfect. Will order from them again.
Ordering plants online can be a **** shoot, but Great Gardens provides a great product that I received very quickly! My Let's Dance hydrangea has taken to its pot and I am excited to watch it mature over the summer! It was kind of a small plant so I will be surprised if it blooms this year, but if not this season, I'm sure I will get to enjoy it in the next!
Blooms are just now coming up and although not purple, they are a beautiful pink! VERY lovely
I am concerned about the root ball. It’s like it was not grown in the container it was shipped in. The ball was very loose . The dirt just fell off when taken out of pot.
Hello! We are sorry that you're not satisfied with your plant. It sounds like your plant is ready to be planted! I you have concerns about the health of the roots, please email pictures of the plants to [email protected], making sure to put your order number and name in the subject line so that we may provide the best assistance possible. Rest assured, we have a 60-day guarantee on all our plants. If you received your plants within that time frame, we would be happy to apply your warranty once we receive the pictures. Happy Gardening!
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Excited to see it in full bloom!
I've kept these watered and they're doing fine. They got wilted once but came back with soaking. So far, so good.
Very healthy plants. They have settled in nicely and put on growth. I’m very excited to see how they preform next year
Only one survived the mail in!
Hello Kenton! We're sorry to hear about your plants. If you're plants arrived to you dead/ in unplantable conditon or died within 30 days of your receiving it, please reach out to our team by emailing [email protected]. We offer a 30 day guarantee on all our plants as we want you to receive happy and healthy plants! We look forward to hearing from you!
From the best shipping container system I've seen to perfect form and root development these hydrangea and this supplier was a sound decision. Root ball has doubled since we received the plants.
Tips and ideas and plants that would grow best
Hi there! Check out our gardening article to find great pairings for hydrangeas.
https://blog.greatgardenplants.com/companion-plants-for-hydrangeas/