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Why we like this plant
Hydrangea 'Runaway Bride Snow White' is a game-changer in hydrangea breeding, offering a unique cascading flowering habit that provides an abundance of blooms over a long period. Its graceful appearance makes it ideal for container gardening and smaller spaces, while its low-maintenance nature ensures it remains a garden favourite.
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About this plant
Hydrangea 'Runaway Bride Snow White' is a revolutionary hybrid that blooms not only at the tips of branches but also along the sides, resulting in a profusion of elegant white flowers throughout the growing season. The pure white lacecap blooms often develop a soft pink blush as they mature, enhancing their delicate charm. With a compact, trailing growth habit, this hydrangea is ideal for containers, hanging baskets, or as ground cover in borders. It is easy to grow, thrives in partial shade, and provides continuous interest from late spring to early autumn.
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Key features
- Unique flowering habit with blooms along the entire stem
- Elegant white lacecap flowers with a soft pink blush
- Long flowering season from late spring to autumn
- Trailing, cascading growth ideal for containers and hanging baskets
- Perfect for small gardens, patios, and wildlife-friendly planting
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Height and
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Growth
habitTrailing, cascading, compact
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Moisture
Moderate watering; prefers consistently moist but well-drained soil
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Position in
the GardenContainers, hanging baskets, borders, small gardens
Planting guide
- Plant in moist but well-drained, fertile soil
- Position in partial shade for best results
- Space plants 50-80cm apart to allow for spreading
- Water thoroughly after planting to establish strong roots
Care tips
- Water regularly, especially in dry spells
- Feed with a balanced hydrangea fertiliser in spring
- Deadhead spent flowers to encourage prolonged blooming
- Prune lightly in early spring to maintain shape
- Mulch annually with compost or well-rotted manure
Winter care
- Fully hardy but may benefit from mulching in colder regions
- Protect roots in severe frost with a layer of mulch
- Minimal pruning required – tidy up in early spring