This guide breaks down hydrangea planting zones, explains which types grow best in each zone, offers tips for planting and care, and includes a handy list of states by zone.

Mar 21, 2024 · Many bigleaf hydrangeas (hydrangea macrophylla) are technically hardy to zone 6, but depending on winter weather and planting location they may not bloom. Bigleaf hydrangeas planted …

Jun 26, 2025 · The Hardiness Zone Map system divides the United States and Canada into numbered zones based on lowest average winter temperature. Hydrangea macrophylla can thrive in Toronto, …

Jun 17, 2024 · In particularly hot climates, look for the uppermost growing zones, generally zone 9, for the best selections. Hydrangeas may grow in zone 10, with special care given to light, water, and …

Jan 19, 2024 · These are hardy hydrangeas that grow throughout most of the country from Hardiness Zones 3-9, depending on the variety. They have the best heat and cold tolerance of all hydrangeas …

Apr 2, 2025 · Hydrangeas can be pretty hardy garden plants, but there are some things you should consider when you're choosing where to plant your hydrangea. See what plant experts recommend …

Sep 10, 2024 · Trialed extensively for garden performance from Michigan to Florida, these hardy, reliable hydrangeas are spectacular across their entire hardiness range from zones 4 to 9. The color …

These flowers emerge in early summer and provide interest well into fall. Hydrangea macrophylla is hardy to about zone 5 or 6 but in these zones, a cold winter can cause stem dieback along with a …

Aug 17, 2025 · This hydrangea typically thrives in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9, making it suitable for a wide range of climates. Mature shrubs usually grow between 3 and 6 feet tall, with an equally …

Include bigleaf hydrangea in a foundation planting alongside other shrubs that bloom at different times for season-long color. Place a larger shrub in an island bed in a lawn and plant perennial …