{"product_id":"lets-dance-lovable-bigleaf-hydrangea","title":"Let's Dance Lovable® Bigleaf Hydrangea","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"product-essentials--title ProductHeading__title\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0586\/9374\/6850\/files\/PWCCFullColorTransparent_240x240.png?v=1696002318\" alt=\"Almanac Planting Co: Proven Winners ColorChoice logo\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Borders, foundation plantings, hedges, specimen, cut flower gardens, containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reblooms on both old and new wood, producing hundreds of flowers from early summer through fall even after harsh winters or untimely pruning. Intensely saturated bloom color ranges from rich pink to royal purple to blue depending on soil chemistry. Dark green, glossy foliage turns deep burgundy in fall for extended seasonal interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun to Partial Shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLife Cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous Shrub\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mounding, Rounded — compact dome with dense branching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pink, Purple, or Blue (varies with soil pH)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green, turning burgundy in fall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–4 feet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–4 feet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early summer through fall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSummary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet’s Dance Lovable® earned its name — and the 2026 Hydrangea of the Year title — by being both stunningly beautiful and genuinely dependable. This reblooming bigleaf hydrangea produces large mophead flower clusters in vivid, deeply saturated colors that shift with soil chemistry: rich magenta-pink in alkaline soils, royal purple in moderately acidic conditions, and true blue where aluminum is readily available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it flowers on both old and new wood, Let’s Dance Lovable® keeps blooming even after cold winters damage old growth or pruning mistakes remove buds that other hydrangeas would need. The result is a seemingly endless display of fresh flowers mixing with tightly bunched buds from early summer well into fall. Strong stems hold the heavy blooms upright without flopping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dark green, glossy foliage provides an attractive backdrop through summer and transitions to deep burgundy tones in fall, extending the plant’s ornamental value well beyond the bloom season. At 3 to 4 feet tall and wide, the compact, mounding habit fits comfortably in foundation beds, borders, and large containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLet’s Dance Lovable® Bigleaf Hydrangea Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in a location that receives morning sun with afternoon shade for the best performance, especially in warmer zones. In cooler northern areas (zones 5–6), full sun is tolerated with consistent moisture. Bigleaf hydrangeas prefer moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Maintain a 2 to 3 inch layer of mulch over the root zone year-round to keep roots cool and moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater consistently — bigleaf hydrangeas are not drought tolerant and will wilt quickly in dry conditions. Plants in full sun and warmer climates need more frequent watering. Fertilize once in early spring with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/almanacplanting.com\/products\/slow-release-fertilizer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eslow release fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e formulated for flowering shrubs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePruning is generally not recommended, as any cuts reduce flowering potential. Dead or damaged wood can be removed in early spring once new growth is visible. To influence flower color, add aluminum sulfate to the soil to encourage blue blooms, or lime to encourage pink blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSize\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Size is the Let’s Dance Lovable® Bigleaf Hydrangea for Sale Online?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Let’s Dance Lovable® Bigleaf Hydrangea ships in a greenhouse-grade grow pot and is appropriately sized for its container at the time of shipment. If you have specific sizing or planting questions, please \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/almanacplanting.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Almanac Planting Co\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003econtact us\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow Large Does Let’s Dance Lovable® Bigleaf Hydrangea Grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet’s Dance Lovable® reaches 3 to 4 feet tall and wide, forming a compact, rounded mound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the botanical name of Let’s Dance Lovable® Bigleaf Hydrangea?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe botanical name is \u003cem\u003eHydrangea macrophylla\u003c\/em\u003e ‘SMNHMTB’ (PP35317). It is part of the Proven Winners® ColorChoice® Flowering Shrubs collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I change the flower color?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Bigleaf hydrangea flower color is determined by soil chemistry. In acidic soils with available aluminum, blooms will be blue to purple. In neutral to alkaline soils, they will be pink to magenta. Add aluminum sulfate to encourage blue, or garden lime to encourage pink. Soil pH adjustments take time and may require several applications. Browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/almanacplanting.com\/collections\/proven-winners\"\u003eProven Winners®\u003c\/a\u003e collection for more hydrangea options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is Let’s Dance Lovable® the 2026 Hydrangea of the Year?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet’s Dance Lovable® was named the 2026 Hydrangea of the Year for its combination of intensely saturated color, reliable reblooming on both old and new wood, and compact garden-friendly size. It delivers the kind of nonstop flower production that gardeners have struggled to achieve with older bigleaf varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Let’s Dance Lovable® work in containers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The compact 3 to 4 foot size and strong stems make it an excellent container plant. Use a high-quality potting mix, keep consistently moist, and provide morning sun with afternoon shade. Plants hardy in the ground may require winter protection when grown in containers in colder zones. Explore our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/almanacplanting.com\/collections\/shrubs\"\u003eShrubs \u0026amp; Bushes\u003c\/a\u003e collection for more flowering shrub options.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Almanac Planting Co","offers":[{"title":"3 Gallon \/ Ship ASAP","offer_id":46703428894882,"sku":"PNO2-LDLov-3-1yr","price":74.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0586\/9374\/6850\/files\/Let-s-Dance-Lovable-Bigleaf-Hydrangea-1.jpg?v=1775466134","url":"https:\/\/almanacplanting.com\/products\/lets-dance-lovable-bigleaf-hydrangea","provider":"Almanac Planting Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}