Hydrangea serrata ‘MAK20’ (Tuff Stuff™) #3
$44.99
A compact, deciduous mountain hydrangea featuring reliable lacecap blooms and refined foliage, ideal for small gardens and partially shaded landscapes.
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Description
Hydrangea serrata ‘MAK20’ is a deciduous, compact shrub with a neat, rounded habit, typically reaching 2–3 feet tall and wide. It produces abundant lacecap flowers from late spring through summer, featuring flat clusters of fertile flowers surrounded by showy sterile florets. Bloom color ranges from soft blue to pink depending on soil pH. Flowers are produced on both old and new wood, ensuring consistent flowering even after winter stress. The foliage is composed of smaller, finely textured, ovate green leaves that create a refined appearance compared to bigleaf hydrangeas. Fall color is minimal and not a primary ornamental feature. This plant is well suited for foundation plantings, mixed shrub borders, woodland gardens, and container use, particularly in smaller landscapes.
Care Instructions
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Light: Partial shade; tolerates morning sun with afternoon shade
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Soil: Moist, well-drained, organically rich soil
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Water: Moderate, consistent moisture; avoid prolonged dryness
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Pruning: Minimal pruning; remove dead wood in early spring if needed; blooms on old and new wood
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Tolerances: Improved cold hardiness compared to bigleaf hydrangeas; moderate heat tolerance
Key Features
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Lacecap flowers with extended bloom period
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Reliable flowering on old and new wood
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Compact deciduous habit with refined foliage texture
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Enhanced cold hardiness for northern climates
