The world of hydrangeas is always evolving, and I love keeping up with the new hydrangea varieties that come out regularly. Recently, some of the most exciting hydrangeas I’ve encountered include both Hydrangea macrophylla (bigleaf hydrangeas) and Hydrangea paniculata (panicle hydrangeas), among others. Here’s a look at a few of the most recent releases that have really caught my attention, New Hydrangea Varieties:
1- New Hydrangea Varieties: Hydrangea ‘Berry White’ (Panicle Hydrangea)
- Type: Hydrangea paniculata
- Released: Early 2020s
- Features: This variety has become a favourite of mine for its stunning white flowers that gradually turn a soft pink, creating a gorgeous two-toned effect. The flowers start pure white and turn a deep berry-pink toward the tips as the season progresses, offering a long-lasting and beautiful display of colour.
- Growth: It’s a compact variety, reaching about 4 to 5 feet in height, which makes it perfect for smaller gardens or containers.
2- New Hydrangea Varieties: Hydrangea ‘Tuff Stuff Red’
- Type: Hydrangea serrata ‘SMNMAKTSR’
- Released: 2023
- Features: Part of the Tuff Stuff series, this reblooming hydrangea produces vibrant red or pink blooms. It’s incredibly hardy, able to bloom on both old and new wood. This makes it an excellent choice for gardeners like me who want consistent color, even in colder climates.
- Growth: It’s a smaller variety, staying around 2 to 3 feet tall, perfect for tight spaces, containers, or as a border plant.
3- Hydrangea ‘Invincibelle Ruby’
- Type: Hydrangea arborescens
- Released: 2020s
- Features: Part of the Invincibelle series, I love this variety for its rich ruby-red blooms that deepen as they mature. It blooms on new wood and offers colour from late spring through summer.
- Growth: It’s a compact shrub, growing about 3 to 4 feet tall, which makes it great for borders or containers.
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4- Hydrangea ‘Forever & Ever Pink’
- Type: Hydrangea macrophylla
- Released: Mid-2020s
- Features: This variety is an exciting addition to the Forever & Ever series. It produces rich pink blooms that repeat throughout the growing season. I love that it blooms on both old and new wood, which extends its bloom time. It’s also bred for cold hardiness, making it suitable for USDA zones 4–9.
- Growth: It’s a mid-sized plant, growing to about 3 to 4 feet tall.
5- Hydrangea ‘You & Me’ Series (Multiple Colors)
- Type: Hydrangea macrophylla
- Released: 2023
- Features: This series includes several colors like white, pink, and blue. What I find interesting about them is their ability to change color with the seasons and their improved resistance to mildew and pests. It’s a great choice for anyone looking for low-maintenance hydrangeas with reliable performance.
- Growth: The varieties range in size from compact ones that stay around 3 feet to others that can grow up to 5 feet tall.
6- Hydrangea ‘Pink Promise’
- Type: Hydrangea macrophylla
- Released: 2022
- Features: This hydrangea has deep pink flowers that fade to lighter shades as they age, giving it a soft, romantic look. I admire how this variety is also part of a fundraising initiative for breast cancer research, making it even more special.
- Growth: It’s a mid-sized plant, growing about 3 to 4 feet tall.
- These newer hydrangea varieties continue to push the boundaries of colour, hardiness, and bloom time. Whether I’m looking for a compact, low-maintenance shrub or a stunning centrepiece for my garden, there’s always something new to try!
7- Hydrangea ‘After Midnight’
It is one of those varieties that immediately caught my eye because of its bold, dramatic colour. If you’re someone who loves unique blooms, this one is definitely worth checking out!
- Type: Hydrangea macrophylla (Bigleaf Hydrangea)
- Released: Around the 2020s
- Features: What I find really striking about ‘After Midnight’ is its deep purple flowers. The blooms start out a dark, almost mysterious purple, and as they age, they fade into a more violet-pink hue. I love how the colour transforms throughout the blooming season—it gives the plant such an elegant, almost moody feel, especially when the light hits it in the late afternoon or evening.
- Blooming Style: It’s a rebloomer, which is a huge plus for me. This means it blooms on both old and new wood, so I can enjoy its beautiful flowers from summer through fall, with repeated bursts of colour.
- Growth: It’s a medium-sized plant, growing to about 3 to 4 feet tall and wide. For me, that makes it perfect for smaller garden spaces, containers, or even as a statement piece in a mixed border.
- Hardiness: I’ve found that it’s hardy in USDA Zones 5-9, which works for most gardens in cooler or moderate climates. If you live somewhere warmer, I’d recommend giving it some shade to keep it thriving.
If you’re looking for something different, something that adds a bit of drama and sophistication to your garden, ‘After Midnight’ is a variety worth considering! It’s become one of my favourites for its colour, versatility, and long-lasting blooms.
The End,
I gave you a collection of the new Hydrangea varieties. Which one is more interesting for you? Do you know another new Hydrangea that I didn’t mention here? Let my readers and me know about it in the comments below.
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.