Close-up on beautiful round Dear Dolores Hydrangea flowers blue bloom head
Heaps of blue to lavender Southern Living Hydrangea flower bloom heads
1, 3 gallon Dear Dolores Hydrangea flowers in brown plastic Southern Living brown pot
Close-up on beautiful round Dear Dolores Hydrangea flowers blue bloom head
Heaps of blue to lavender Southern Living Hydrangea flowers bloom heads
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Dear Dolores® Hydrangea

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Wyatt LeFever'

Dear Dolores’ fast growth and repeat blooms are definitely worth writing about. Its bright green foliage and pink or blue flowers will make your garden newsworthy.

Light Needs

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Part Shade to Shade

USDA Zones

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USDA Zones 5a - 9b

mature dimensions

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5′ high x 5′ wide
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More About Dear Dolores® Hydrangea

Bloom/Feature

Blue or pink blooms depending on soil

Evergreen or Deciduous?

Deciduous

Plant Hardiness

Hardy to -20°F to -10°F

Key Features

Compact Habit, Cut Flowers, Reblooming

Flowering Season

Spring to Fall

Uses

Accent, Hedge, Mass Planting

Water Needs

Medium

Fertilize

Yearly in spring

Pruning

After fall bloom

Planting Instructions

• Water before planting

• Plant in partial shade to shade

• Dig hole 2X the width of pot

• Plant 1-2″ above ground soil level, backfill hole with soil

• Water deeply to settle, then add more soil if needed

• Mulch 1-2″ deep around plant, avoiding area closest to stem

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