Because this gorgeous new variety blooms on both old and new wood, flowering is assured even after a severe winter. And what flowers! They begin pale pink with a hint of light lime green, then mature to a vibrant medium pink, and often return to a soft green hue as they mature. Plants are compact and mounded making them ideal candidates for containers. A light pruning after the first set of blooms in midsummer results in a well-branched plant. A Proven Winners®/Color Choice® variety. 'Berner' PP 22,329

Hydrangea is a valuable genus of some 100 species of shrubs and vines grown for their large and very showy flower heads. Hydrangeas are at their best in summer and fall -- quiet time for most woody plants -- and are worth having for that reason alone. For information on Hydrangea care, click on "Growing Guide."