Endless Summer® Summer Crush® Bigleaf Hydrangea

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Bailmacfive'

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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.

Plant Profile & Growing Essentials

Cold hardy, Flowering, and Evergreen

Specifications

Botanical Name

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Bailmacfive'
Height

2-4 ft
Width

2-4 ft
Growing Zones

4–9
Sunlight
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Growth Rate

Moderate
Flower Color
- Purple
- Red
- Pink
Leaf Color
- Green
Fall Color

Burgundy / Purple
Pollinator Friendly

Yes
Pollinator Required

No
Bloom Period

Early Summer, Late Summer, Early Fall
Does Not Ship To

AK, HI, ID, MT

Planting & Care Instructions

Where to Plant

Sunlight: Aim for four to six hours of direct morning sun; this is the sweet spot. While it tolerates partial shade, afternoon sun in hotter climates will scorch the leaves and bleach the vibrant bloom color, so plant it where it gets protection from the harsh western sun.
Soil: This Hydrangea loves rich, well-draining soil that holds consistent moisture. Amend heavy clay soil with plenty of well-aged compost to improve drainage and loosen the structure; for very sandy spots, the organic matter will help the soil retain water.

Watering Requirements

During the first year, water deeply two to three times per week to ensure a robust root system takes hold. Once established, water whenever the top two inches of soil feel dry to the touch; this plant is not highly drought tolerant and will quickly wilt under stress. Inconsistent or insufficient watering will absolutely result in smaller bloom clusters and fewer repeat flowers during the summer months.

Pruning Tips

'Summer Crush' is a rebloomer, meaning it flowers on both old wood and new wood, making it very forgiving of cold snaps. The best time for pruning is in late winter or early spring before the new leaves emerge. Simply remove any dead, spindly, or damaged stems right down to the ground; this light cleanup directs the plant's energy into the strongest stems and improves air circulation, ensuring maximum bloom power throughout the season.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer (like a 10-10-10 formulation) once in early spring as the new buds begin to swell. For an added boost, you can follow up with a light, second feeding in early summer. A key tip is to avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers entirely after July, because this encourages tender, leafy growth instead of hardening off the stems for winter, which leaves the plant vulnerable to early frost damage.

Growing Zones 4–9

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Colorful Endless Summer® Summer Crush® Hydrangea!

Awesome, Intense Color
Versatile Raspberry Red Blooms
Early Spring Purple Flowers
Reblooms Through Fall
Stays Tidy and Naturally Compact
Rich Green Foliage
Give Morning Sun and Afternoon Shade Location for Best Results

Are you in the mood for fun this summer? Want to dazzle guests, family, friends, and neighbors with an amazing color display in containers, or in your landscape?

The Endless Summer® Summer Crush® Hydrangea PP 30,359 (Hydrangea macrophylla 'Bailmacfive') makes an immediate impact wherever it's placed! Summer Crush® is a color breakthrough in reblooming Bigleaf Hydrangeas.

Give it morning sun and afternoon shade and watch as a profusion of big raspberry red or neon purple blooms just pop! Beginning in late spring. The big blooms are borne on sturdy stems and look great when added to bouquets and dried decorations!

It's perhaps the most wilt-resistant Endless Summer® yet. This compact growing hydrangea is deciduous with dark green glossy leaves. You won't have to make a big commitment to using this Hydrangea either. It stays nice, tidy and small. So yes, you do have room for this cute variety!

It easily fits smaller spaces in the garden and is the perfect size for patio containers. This plant is hot, hot, hot and we will sell out.

Our expert gardeners love this reblooming Hydrangea line. We take special pride in caring for them. How nice to receive healthy, beautiful plants on your doorstep. Place your order from Nature Hills today!

How to Use Endless Summer® Summer Crush® Hydrangea in the Landscape

What a wonderful "Thriller" for containers! Style them any way you'd like. Go for a bold glazed blue or keep the focus on the blooms, with a dark gray or brown pot. These beautiful plants can handle a "lot of looks", so don't fret over the decision.

If you use a resin pot, it's easier to move them around your landscape wherever you might need a pop of seasonal color. Or, splash out on cast concrete containers for a permanent display on either side of your front door or along your pool deck.

These small plants would look amazing lining a walkway on the east side of your house as a very cheery low hedge. Plant them 12 inches apart for a solid screen. Include them as edging plants in modern foundation plantings.

You can also repeat them along the edge of your borders for a charming look. Why not plant some in the ground, and use a few in containers in your border? You'll love the look of a mixed planting!

Hint, hint - these are perhaps the best Mother's Day present you could possibly give. Try them as a thoughtful "thinking of you" present for anyone.

They even make wonderful sympathy gifts. Tell your loved one to use them as container plants on their porch. Keep them watered, and they'll be just fine for the season in their nursery pot. Endless Summer® Hydrangeas are very easy to care for.

#ProPlantTips for Care

Summer Crush® grows beautifully in full sun or part sun, in well-drained soil. Give your plants a moderate amount of water on a regular basis. Be sure to check your container plants using the Finger Test.

Poke your finger down into the soil to the depth of your second knuckle. Is it moist? Skip watering that day. Is it getting dry? It's time to get the hose out or set up an automatic drip watering to keep your life easy!

Provide a balanced fertilizer in early spring and again in mid-summer, as neutral soil will produce the characteristic raspberry red color. In acid soils, you'll enjoy purple-toned blooms.

Endless Summer® Hydrangeas are remontant and bloom on both old wood and new wood. You'll love having lavish blooms all growing season long. First, the blooms appear in late spring on last year's growth. Then, you'll see an additional flush of blooms from new growth from the base.

Only prune if necessary, right after the bloom is past. This cute plant is so compact and tidy, you may not need to prune at all! Why not just take a few of the large ball-shaped blooms for cut flower arrangements throughout the season?

Summer Crush is proven to be Zone 4 cold hardy. It may die back over the winter that far north, but will come back from the roots. In the extreme cold zones, provide a layer of mulch over the plant in late fall. Or, plant yours in a container, and move it into your garage for winter.

Whatever you do with this Endless Summer® Summer Crush®, we know you'll have a good time with it. With fantastic blooms like this, how can you help but smile?

Life is short. Order plenty of colorful cuties today!

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Endless Summer® Summer Crush® Bigleaf Hydrangea

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Bailmacfive'

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