Hydrangea Pop Star

SKU: 4506

$34.99

Pop Star Hydrangea features vibrant, blue-to-pink blooms on strong, compact stems. Perfect for borders, containers, and brightening shady gardens with bold, long-lasting color.

Product Category

Endless Summer® Pop Star™ Hydrangea

Hydrangea macrophylla Endless Summer® Pop Star®

Hydrangea Pop Star is a standout reblooming hydrangea prized for its bold mophead flowers and tidy, compact habit. Part of the Endless Summer® series, this variety blooms on both old and new wood, ensuring dependable color throughout the growing season. Flower color ranges from electric blue in acidic soils to rich pink in more alkaline conditions, adding versatility and visual excitement to patios, borders, and foundation plantings.

Designed for smaller spaces, Hydrangea Pop Star reaches a manageable size while delivering impressive floral impact. Its dense foliage and repeat blooming make it especially well suited for containers, where it can be showcased up close. From late spring through summer and into early fall, this hydrangea brings long-lasting color and a classic cottage-garden feel to any setting.

Care Instructions

Planting
Plant in partial sun, ideally with morning sun and afternoon shade. Protect from harsh midday heat.

Watering
Water deeply and regularly, especially during hot weather. Keep soil evenly moist but not saturated.

Pruning
Minimal pruning is required. Remove spent blooms and dead wood in early spring to maintain shape.

Pest Control
Generally pest-resistant, but watch for aphids and spider mites. Treat early with insecticidal soap if needed.

Soil Tips
Prefers rich, well-draining soil. Soil pH affects bloom color—acidic soils produce blue flowers, while alkaline soils create pink blooms.

Plant TypeShrubs
Hardiness Zone(s)4, 5, 6, 7, 8
ExposurePartial Sun
Season of InterestSummer
Plant Height2' - 4' (ft)
Plant Spread2' - 4' (ft)
Spacing3' - 4' (ft)
Water NeedsAverage
Maintenance LevelLow
Soil TypeSand, Loam, Clay
Soil PHNeutral, Alkaline, Acidic
Soil DrainageMoist but Well Drained
Bloom ColorPink, Blue
Foliage ColorGreen
CharacteristicsShowy, Fragrant
TolerancesSalt
AttractsButterflies
Garden UsesPatio and Containers, Hedges and Screens, Cut Flowers, Beds and Borders

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