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Hydrangea macrophylla Surfing Safari® White Waves

Not Your Ordinary Hydrangea—Discover the Magic of White Waves

Not your ordinary hydrangea! The wavy twist of each petal beautifully pushes and pulls the flowers into motion, looking like a frothy tide. An incredibly strong grower and aptly named—just imagine the peaceful, soothing effect White Waves will bring to your garden after a stressful day! This versatile beauty is also excellent for patio pots, and it reliably flowers on both old and new wood.

Who Am I?

  • Common Name:
    Surfing Safari® White Waves hydrangea
  • Botanical Name:
    Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Hokomawhiwa’
  • Type:
    Shrub

Cultural Details

TYPE

Shrub
  • Light:
    Part sun, prefers afternoon shade
  • Soil:
    Average garden soil
  • Moisture:
    Moist, well-drained
  • Hardiness Zone
    5-9
  • Size:
    2-3’ tall x 2-3’ wide
  • Spacing:
    3-4'
  • Bloom Time:
    Late Spring/Summer
  • Bloom Color:
    White
  • Diseases & Pests:
    None known

What Makes Me Special?

Reliable flowering with stunning blooms on both old and new wood! Wavy blooms from late spring through summer with a strong branching habit.

Landscape Use

Front or middle of the border, focal points, urban gardens and containers

Propagation

Cuttings

Who Am I?

  • Common Name:
    Surfing Safari® White Waves hydrangea
  • Botanical Name:
    Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Hokomawhiwa’
  • Type:
    Shrub

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