Species
Hydrangea serrataMountain Hydrangea7 other cultivars
‘Let's Dance Cancan’Let's Dance Cancan Hydrangea
‘Tuff Stuff’Tuff Stuff Mountain Hydrangea
‘Pink Dynamo’Pink Dynamo Mountain Hydrangea
‘Lets Dance Can Do’Let's Dance Can Do Hydrangea
‘Tuff Stuff Ah-Ha’Tuff Stuff Ah-Ha Mountain Hydrangea
‘Tuff Stuff Red’Tuff Stuff Red Mountain Hydrangea
‘Bluebird’Bluebird Lacecap Hydrangea
The Story
Plant Bio
Hydrangea serrata, or mountain hydrangea, is a deciduous shrub native to the mountains of Japan and Korea, known for its delicate lacecap flowers and excellent cold hardiness.
Tiny Tuff Stuff is an exceptionally compact and bud-hardy selection that reblooms reliably on both old and new wood. Its lacecap flowers are pink in alkaline soils or blue in acidic soils.
Uses & Benefits:
Essentials
At a Glance
Plant Type
Shrub
Height
24 inches
Width
24 inches
Light
Partial Sun
Zones
5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Water
Medium
Humidity
High
Lifespan
10-20 years
Native To
Japan, Korea (species)
Toxicity
Toxic to dogs, cats, and horses if ingested.
Bloom period
Early summer – Late summer
In flower about 3 months of the year
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Planting
How to Grow
- Select a site with morning sun and afternoon shade.
- Prepare rich, well-drained soil amended with compost.
- Dig a hole twice as wide as the container.
- Gently remove the plant and loosen the roots.
- Set the plant so the top of the root ball is level with the soil.
- Water thoroughly and apply a layer of mulch.
Pro Tip
To get blue flowers, amend soil with aluminum sulfate; for pink, use garden lime. Apply amendments in spring.
Keep It Thriving
Care Guide
Do
- Provide consistent moisture, especially in hot weather.
- Mulch to keep roots cool and conserve water.
- Test soil pH to influence flower color if desired.
- Deadhead spent blooms to encourage reblooming.
Don't
- Don't plant in hot, dry, full-sun locations.
- Avoid heavy pruning, as it can remove flower buds.
- Don't let the soil dry out completely.
- Avoid fertilizing late in the season.
Seasonal Care Calendar
| Task | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fertilize | ||||||||||||
| Mulch | ||||||||||||
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| Prune |
Watch Out For
Pests & Diseases
Common Pests
Common Diseases
In the Garden
Landscape Uses & Companions
Landscape Uses
Companion Plants
Multiply
Propagation Methods
Good to Know
Common Questions
Tiny Tuff Stuff Mountain Hydrangea questions
What zones can Tiny Tuff Stuff Mountain Hydrangea grow in?
Tiny Tuff Stuff Mountain Hydrangea is hardy in USDA Zones 5–9. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.
Is Tiny Tuff Stuff Mountain Hydrangea deer resistant?
Yes — Tiny Tuff Stuff Mountain Hydrangea is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.
When does Tiny Tuff Stuff Mountain Hydrangea bloom?
Tiny Tuff Stuff Mountain Hydrangea typically blooms in early summer through late summer. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.
Does Tiny Tuff Stuff Mountain Hydrangea need full sun?
Tiny Tuff Stuff Mountain Hydrangea does best in part shade.
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Little Lime Hydrangea
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Bloomstruck Hydrangea
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Annabelle Hydrangea Smooth Hydrangea
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