White Wedding Hydrangea

White Wedding Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla 'Blushing Bride') — A Southern Living selection producing abundant large, pure white mophead blooms from early summer into fall, with the ability to rebloom on both old and new wood.

Plant Details

• Botanical Name: Hydrangea macrophylla 'White Wedding' PP20379
• Mature Size: 3–5 ft tall × 3–5 ft wide
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• Bloom Color: Pure white (early summer through fall)
• Foliage: Deciduous — dark green

Growing Conditions

• Sunlight: Part shade to filtered sun (morning sun ideal)
• Water Needs: Moderate to regular — consistent moisture
• Soil: Rich, well-drained, organic
• Hardiness Zones: USDA 6–9

Why Choose White Wedding Hydrangea?

• Pure white blooms that stay white regardless of soil pH
• Reblooms on old and new wood — reliable even after cold winters
• Sturdy stems hold blooms upright
• Southern Living Plant Collection® selection

Care Tips

Plant in morning sun with afternoon shade for best results. Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Prune only dead wood in spring — blooms on both old and new growth. Makes excellent cut flowers for arrangements.