French Hydrangea Varieties

By Rebecca Bull Reed
Credit: Ralph Lee Anderson
Whether you prefer mopheads or lacecaps—or both—these selections are sure to brighten your summer border.
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'Big Daddy'

Credit: Ralph Lee Anderson
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'Blushing Bride'

Credit: Photo: Ralph Lee Anderson
  • Mophead
  • Repeat bloomer
  • 6- to 8-inch flowers
  • White flowers mature to pale pink

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'Mini Penny'

Credit: Photo: Ralph Lee Anderson
  • Mophead
  • Repeat bloomer
  • 3- to 6-inches
  • Ideal for small gardens
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'Bluebird'

Credit: Photo: Ralph Lee Anderson
  • Lacecaps
  • Excellent form
  • 5- to 7-inch flowers
  • Leaves turn reddish in the fall

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'Twist-N-Shout'

Credit: Photo: Ralph Lee Anderson
  • Lacecaps
  • Repeat bloomer
  • 5- to 7-inches
  • Red stems

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'Fuji Waterfall'

Credit: Photo: Ralph Lee Anderson
  • Lacecaps
  • Delicate, white, cascading blooms
  • 6- to 8-inch double flowers
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