Hi, join me in this post to show you 8 of the best lacecap hydrangea varieties from blue types like Bunny Hydrangea to white varieties such as ‘Lanarth White’ Hydrangea. You will also find lacecap hydrangea varieties like Let’s Dance Starlight Hydrangea which produces lovely flowers with pink hues in alkaline Soils. ‘Lady in Red’ Hydrangea is another stunning lacecap hydrangea with vibrant red stems and deep green leaves with red veins in spring.
Most of the lacecap hydrangea varieties belong to Hydrangea macrophylla, however, some varieties have different species such as Hydrangea serrata ‘Bluebird and Hydrangea involucrata ‘Blue Bunny’. Do you know why these Hydrangeas are called lacecap? Let’s tell you:
The Lacecap Hydrangeas has a distinctive flower structure and the term “lacecap” comes from the way the flowers are arranged:
- Lace-like Appearance: The flower clusters of a lacecap hydrangea have a unique shape, where the central part consists of small, less noticeable flowers, while the outer ring of the cluster is made up of larger, showy flowers. This outer ring often resembles lace’s delicate, intricate design, which is why the plant is called “lacecap.”
- Cap-like Shape: The overall shape of the flower cluster can also resemble a cap, with the outer, larger blooms creating a sort of “cap” around the smaller central flowers.
lacecap hydrangea Vs mophead hydrangeas: Lacecap hydrangeas sometimes contrast with the more common “mophead” hydrangeas, which have ball-shaped flower clusters. The lacecap variety has a more open, flattened form, adding to its lace-like charm.
Now, come on to find stunning varieties of Lacecap hydrangeas for designing our garden in 2025.
Blue Lacecap Hydrangea Varieties
‘Bluebird’ Hydrangea
Scientific name: Hydrangea serrata ‘Bluebird
‘Bluebird’ displays sea-blue florets surrounding a large cluster of deep blue flowers, complemented by reddish fall foliage. The deep blue fertile florets are surrounded by pale blue sterile florets (or pale pink on less acidic soil), offering a stunning color display from early summer to autumn.
Blue Bunny Hydrangea
Scientific name: Hydrangea involucrata ‘Blue Bunny’
Blue Bunny boasts stunning clusters of blue flowers encircled by delicate light blue to white florets. A reliable summer bloomer, it will flower even when cut back to the ground before the season. It is one of the few hydrangeas consistently producing blue lacecap flowers, regardless of soil chemistry.
‘Zorro’ Hydrangea
Scientific name: Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Zorro’.
‘Zorro’ features deep blue flowers on strong, upright purple-black stems, with reddish foliage in the fall. When grown in acidic soil (pH < 7) with high alumina content, the flowers will bloom blue; otherwise, they will range from pink to pale purple.
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Pink Lacecap Hydrangea Varieties
These varieties will give you stunning pink flowers in alkaline soil PH (pH > 7)
Let’s Dance Starlight Hydrangea
Scientific name: Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Lynn’
LET’S DANCE® Starlight Hydrangea is a resilient rebloomer, producing large, vibrant lacecap flowers in shades of pink (or blue, depending on pH) held on sturdy stems. This variety offers a long-lasting display of colour throughout the season.
‘Twist-n-Shout’ Hydrangea
Scientific name: Hydrangea macrophylla ‘PIIHM-I’
‘Twist-n-Shout’ is a reblooming lacecap hydrangea from the Endless Summer® series, featuring vibrant pink or blue flowers (depending on soil pH) that bloom continuously throughout the season.
‘Lady in Red’ Hydrangea
Scientific name: Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Lady in Red’
‘Lady in Red’ is a compact variety (2 feet tall by 3 feet wide) with striking red stems and red-veined leaves. The plants showcase their vibrant red stems and deep green leaves with red veins in spring. The flowers begin white (or tinged with blue or pink) and mature to deeper shades of blue or pink, depending on soil pH and aluminium availability.
White Lacecap Hydrangea Varieties
Light-O-Day Hydrangea
Scientific name: Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Bailday’
Light-O-Day® is an exquisite lacecap hydrangea that captivates with its striking white variegation around fresh green leaves. The flower heads feature a ring of bright white sterile florets, while the inner blooms transition to a glowing blue or pink, depending on soil PH.
‘Lanarth White’ Hydrangea
Scientific name: Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Lanarth White’
‘Lanarth White’ is distinguished by its white florets that form a ring around a central cluster of light pink or blue flowers, creating a subtle yet elegant appearance.
The End,
Now you have a list of lacecap hydrangea varieties with their images including ‘Bluebird’ Hydrangea, Blue Bunny Hydrangea, ‘Zorro’ Hydrangea, Let’s Dance Starlight Hydrangea, ‘Twist-n-Shout’ Hydrangea, ‘Lady in Red’ Hydrangea, Light-O-Day Hydrangea, and ‘Lanarth White’ Hydrangea. Did you make your favourite list among them? I love those that can easily change their colour by soil PH. Tell me in the comments about your favourite Hydrangea types and experiences.
Elahe Rabiei
Hi, I’m Elaheh. My Academic major is plant protection, and houseplants are my expertise. As a houseplant lover, my house is full of indoor plants and it is my passion to take care of them. Hence, I’m here to share my knowledge and experience about growing healthy houseplants. I am also a plant protection advisor, so feel free to ask me any questions you may have.