Wee Bit Giddy® Bigleaf Hydrangea

Hydrangea macrophylla 'SMNHML'

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Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:

Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements

Container Plant Sizes

Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.

Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
2" x 2" x 3"	0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts	0.20 - 0.23 dry liters
4" Container	0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts	0.35 - 0.96 dry liters
4.5" Container	0.65 dry quarts	0.72 dry liters
6" Container	1.4 dry quarts	1.59 dry liters
1 Quart	1 dry quart	1.1 dry liters
5.5" Container	1.89 dry quarts	2.08 dry liters

Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
2 Quart	2 dry quarts	2.2 dry liters
#1 Container	2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts	2.49 - 4.11 dry liters
5" x 5" x 12"	3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts	3.85 - 4.74 dry liters

Mature Plants (2-4 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
#2 Container	1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons	5.24 - 7.75 dry liters
#3 Container	2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons	8.14 - 12.16 dry liters

Large Plants (3-5 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
#5 Container	2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons	12.86 - 20.35 dry liters
#6 Container	5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons	23.12 - 26.42 dry liters
#7 Container	5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons	26.34 - 28.76 dry liters

Bare Root Plants

Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.

Common Sizes:

Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet

Important Notes

Container Volume Specifications

Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents

Growing Conditions

Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment

Seasonal Availability

Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
Container plants are available throughout the growing season
Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes

Questions?

For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.

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Plant Profile & Growing Essentials

Cold hardy, Flowering, Container Friendly, and Attracts pollinators

Specifications

Botanical Name

Hydrangea macrophylla 'SMNHML'
Height

1-3 ft
Width

2-3 ft
Growing Zones

5-9
Sunlight
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Growth Rate

Moderate
Flower Color
- Purple
- Pink
Leaf Color
- Green
Bloom Period

Early Summer, Late Summer

Planting & Care Instructions

Where to Plant

Sunlight: This hydrangea thrives in partial shade, specifically receiving morning sun followed by dappled afternoon shade. While it can handle more sun in cooler climates, four to six hours of morning light ensures the most intense red-pink flower color without wilting the foliage.
Soil: Aim for moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. If you have heavy clay, mix in some compost to improve drainage, as "wet feet" or standing water will lead to root rot and poor growth.

Watering Requirements

During the first two growing seasons, provide one inch of water per week to help the root system expand. Once established, this variety is relatively sturdy but still requires deep soaking twice a week during summer dry spells to prevent the blooms from crisping or drooping. Inconsistent moisture often results in smaller flower heads and premature leaf drop.

Pruning Tips

Wee Bit Giddy® blooms on "old wood," meaning the flower buds for next year are formed during the current summer. Only prune immediately after the flowers fade in late summer to avoid cutting off next year’s display. Think of this like a light grooming rather than a heavy cut; simply remove the spent blooms and any dead wood to keep the plant tidy and vigorous.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth appears to fuel the season's intense blooming. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers after mid-summer because they encourage soft, green growth that won't harden off properly before the first frost, leaving the plant vulnerable to winter damage.

Cheerful blooms, the Proven Winners® ColorChoice® Wee Bit Giddy® Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla 'SMNHML') is a new and exciting little flowering shrub with reblooming, intense red flowers! It will add robust durability in neutral to alkaline soils with very little fussing over and maintenance!

With a compact, neat dwarf growth habit, this tiny wonder features broad toothy foliage that’s got the classic quilted look of its larger Bigleaf cousins. These dark green leaves are the perfect foil for the green buds that open into beautiful vibrant flower clusters! A true mophead, Wee Bit Giddy® develops good-sized clusters of blooms that return all summer into fall!

Wee Bit Giddy® keeps to a neat and tidy 24 inches in height and 30 inches in width. The vibrant red-violet blooms appear in acidic conditions and sometimes purple depending on your soil's pH. Adding garden lime to your soil will make your soil more alkaline.

Planting and Application:

Wee Bit Giddy® is a perfect size and shape for creating low informal hedges and edging! Create low screening and property division with rows of these fantastic little plants! Run along the front of larger foundation shrubs for a vivid pop of curb appeal! Intersperse among larger mixed-shrub and perennial borders to benefit from the long bloom time of these bright mophead blossoms!

Bigleaf Hydrangea are fantastic pollinator gardens and cutting border blooms! Plant a few extra so everyone can enjoy these flowers indoors and out! Perfect for containers in warmer climates, you can add these flowering shrubs onto your porch, patio, or even a balcony planting in partly sunny areas!

Dwarf Reblooming Mophead
Rich pH-Dependent Pink/Purple Blooms
Handsome Green Foliage
Low-Maintenance
Small-Size for Containers, Specimen, Low Hedges & Edging

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Hydrangea prefers full sun in cooler climates and loves afternoon shade in hotter growing zones. Provide an evenly moist but well-drained soil that’s very well enriched. Then cover the soil with a thick layer of mulch. Prune out old flower heads and winter dieback in early spring as they start to grow, leaving young stems to rebloom.

Full Sun & Partial Shade
Moist, Enriched Well-Drained Soil
Durable & Hardy Zones 5 - 9
Color Change in Acid Soils
Prune in Early Spring & Mulch Well

Durable and cute as can be, the Wee Bit Giddy® Bigleaf Hydrangea from Proven Winners® ColorChoice® will brighten your landscape without overpowering your garden!

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