Endless Summer® Bigleaf Hydrangea

Endless Summer® The Original is a rounded bigleaf hydrangea that flowers on both last year’s stems and new growth. Its mophead blooms range from pink to blue as soil pH changes, giving this shrub a long season of color in a sheltered border or large container. ## Landscape Use Allow about 3–5 feet in both height and width. The shrub works in foundation plantings, mixed borders, and containers; its flower heads can also be cut for arrangements. The [breeder rates it for USDA zones 4–9](https://endlesssummerhydrangeas.com/product/the-original-reblooming-hydrangea/). ## Light, Soil, and Water Choose a spot with morning sun and afternoon shade. Keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Acidic soil favors blue flowers, while alkaline soil favors pink; color depends on soil conditions rather than a change in cultivar. ## Seasonal Interest The Original can bloom first in late spring or early summer and repeat later as new growth develops. Flowering may continue through summer and fall when growing conditions support it. ## Maintenance Prune after flowering in summer if shaping is needed, since early-season flowers develop from buds formed the year before. Avoid cutting the shrub back before spring bloom.