Pinky Winky™

Hardy Hydrangea

Hydrangea paniculata

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Pinky Winky has an unusual name, and an even more unusual flower. The large white panicles open in mid to late summer, and as summer turns to fall the florets at the base of the panicles turn pink. The flower panicles continue to grow, producing new white florets at the tip. The result is spectacular two-toned flower panicles that can reach up to 16 inches in length! This is a real show-stopper that's also very easy to grow. Adaptable to most soils and both sun and shade, Pinky Winky will thrive in most gardens.

Gardener’s Rated this plant:

3.79

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Features

Large summer flowers open white and change to pink. Prune in late winter/early spring. Blooms every year. Hardy. Soil pH does not affect bloom color.

• Cut Flower
• Dried Flower
• Drought Tolerant *
• Fall Interest
• Landscape Plant
• Must Have

*Even drought tolerant annual and perennial plants will need water for the first few weeks while they get established. Shrubs and trees will need to be watered for the first year after they are planted. After this, little or no supplemental water will be necessary when planted in the ground. No plant is truly drought tolerant in a container; water is necessary for all plants in containers.

Ornamental Characteristics

Flower Color
White

Foliage Color
Dark Green

Height
72-96" (Tall)

Spacing
84-96"

Habit
Upright

Container Plant Style
Thriller - Used either in the back or middle of a container. Usually a taller item that adds height and drama to the container.

Patent Information

Pinky Winky™ 'DVPpinky' US PP16,166; Can. PBR 2889

Plant Needs

Duration
Shrub

Bloom Time
Mid-Summer to Fall

Zone(s)
Hardy in zones 3 - 9

Hardy Temp
-40°F (-40°C)

Exposure
Sun or partial sun

Water Needs
Dry to Normal

Maintenance
Moderate

Uses
Landscapes

An outstanding specimen plant or element in the mixed border. It can also be grown in the cutting garden.

Growing Tips
Prefers good, loamy soil. Adaptable to many soils, moderate moisture required. Blooms regardless of climate, soil, pH or pruning. Can be easily maintained as a smaller plant or trained into a small tree. Hardy Hydrangeas bloom on new wood so you can prune in the fall or early spring. Be sure to prune off spent flowers when they turn brown. Moderate to fast growth habit. Fertilize in early spring by applying a slow release fertilizer specialized for trees and shrubs. Follow the label recommendations for rates of application.

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Year	Award	Trial
2008	Award of Garden Merit	Royal Horticulture Society at Wisley Gardens
	Very distinct, sturdy and upright. Good dark red stems and pink sterile florets at maturity, probably the deepest pink. Responded well to pruning, displaying the perfect pruning-dependent flowering sequence from unpruned (earliest), to medium and hard pruned (latest). Suitable for small gardens.

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1 - Unsatisfied	Did not survive, inferior performance or did not bloom well - won't grow again.
2 - Marginally Adequate	Performed below expectations but may be willing to try again.
3 - Satisfactory	Average performance, met expectations but not outstanding.
4 - Above Average	Superior performance, among my favorites, would recommend to others.
5 - Outstanding	My favorite plant, I recommend to others all the time and explain the reasons why I like it so much.

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