Pet Safe
moderate Care
bigleaf hydrangea
Hydrangea macrophylla 'David Ramsey'
Bigleaf hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla ‘David Ramsey’) is a vigorousdeciduous shrub that blooms from midsummer through early fall. It is native to Japan and is known for its large, showy flowers. The huge white blossoms fade to pink shades throughout the summer and are surrounded by big, green foliage. It is hardy to USDA zones 6 to 8 and can reach heights up to 8 feet tall and 4 feet wide. Bigleaf hydrangea is relatively easy to maintain, only needing regular pruning of dead wood and withered blooms. Additionally, it is a great garden addition for attracting birds, butterflies, bees, and other beneficial pollinators.
Sunlight
Partial Shade
Water Needs
medium
USDA Hardiness Zones
Zone 6Zone 7Zone 8Zone 9
Hardiness Map
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Water Every
7-10 days
Sun Needs
partial-shade
Growth
High
Care Level
Moderate
Season
Fall
Sep Oct Nov
Winter
Dec Jan Feb
Spring
Mar Apr May
Summer
Jun Jul Aug
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Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Harvest Fruit
Harvest Fruit
Harvest Fruit
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Pruning Time
Flowering
Fruiting
How to Propagate
Seed Propagation
Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date
Greenwood Cuttings
Take 4-6" cuttings in spring, root in water or moist soil
Hardwood Cuttings
Take 4-6" cuttings in spring, root in water or moist soil
Stem Propagation
Propagate via Stem Propagation for best results
Cutting
Take 4-6" cuttings in spring, root in water or moist soil
Is This Plant Right for You?
Good For:
- •Homes with pets
Consider Carefully:
- •Indoor growing
- •Infrequent watering
Bloom Seasons
summer
Care Tips
Light Requirements
Enjoys dappled or limited direct sun—about 2–4 hours of morning or late afternoon light and protection during peak midday sun.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when top inch of soil is dry.
Best Planting Time
Plant in early spring or fall for best results. Blooms in summer.