Penny Mac Bigleaf Hydrangea
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Penny Mac'
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
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| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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Understanding Plant Options
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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| #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 Highlights
Penny Mac Bigleaf Hydrangea highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Sun ExposurePartial Shade
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Growth RateMedium
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Pollinator Friendly
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Bloom PeriodSummer, Fall
Growing Zones 5-9
Penny Mac Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla 'Penny Mac') is a deciduous, ornamental shrub with outstanding blooms! Your Penny Mac is a Bigleaf variety of Hydrangea and you'll be astounded by the large, mophead clusters of delicate florets that adorn your Penny Mac Hydrangea from summer through fall. Each bundle of exquisite blossoms reaches a majestic 7 inches in diameter and will re-bloom repeatedly, blanketing the 8-inch long, dark green foliage in brilliant color.
As the weeks pass, you'll see that the blooms tend to age with a reddish tint for some additional fall color. Penny Mac's foliage transitions to shades of burgundy and purple for a lovely autumn display. Growing 6-8 feet in height and only 3-4 feet in width, these are fantastic upright-growing shrubs that are space-saving, yet put on a significant amount of height!
As with other Hydrangeas, blooms will tend to be bluer in acid soils and pink in alkaline soils. However, whatever the color, your Penny Mac Hydrangea is sure to dress your landscape in exquisite color from summer to fall, as well as draw butterflies and hummingbirds to your yard! Hardy throughout USDA zones 5 through 9 and are very long-lasting blooming ornamentals. The mopheads dry to a lovely tan hue and persist well into winter!
Planting and Application:
Penny Mac Hydrangea has an upright, arching form, lending elegance to the huge heads of flowers atop the stems. These low-maintenance shrubs are perfect for your home's foundations or as an anchor to soften the corners of structures. Tall enough to add narrow hedges and screening around your property, providing flowering definition and privacy without sacrificing space!
Plant one beside your front door for a welcome that guests won't soon forget, or use several as an eye-popping hedge along your driveway. This is an amazing shrub with a lot of options for showcasing its remarkable features. Limb up and expose the multi-stem trunks for a unique specimen tree-form or allow to keep the branches to the ground for hiding an eyesore anywhere!
- Big Mophead Blossoms in Pink or Blue
- Deep Rich Green Quilted Foliage
- Reblooming Bigleaf Hydrangea
- Easy Care Purple/Burgundy Fall Color
- Great for Hedges, Specimen, Foundation & Cut Flowers
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Penny Mac Hydrangea is a vigorous grower, so you won't have to wait long for it to establish itself in your yard. Bigleaf Hydrangea buds are set on new wood so this is especially a great Hydrangea if you live in a colder climate. Plant these Hydrangeas in moderately moist and well-drained soil that is in full sun to partial shade. Preferring morning sun and afternoon shade, especially for those in hotter climates. Mulch the root system well and prune Bigleaf Hydrangea after flowering. Most will bloom earlier on last year's wood so don't cut them back in fall or spring - but wait to see if any pruning needs to be done to remove any dead branch tips as they begin to grow in spring. As the plants age, it is best to remove a few of the oldest fattest canes out to the ground leaving in some younger stems for best bloom. Old blooms can be removed in fall or spring.
- Full Sun & Partial Shade
- Moist To Average Moisture & Mulch
- Almost Any Well-Drained Soil
- Color of Bloom is pH-Dependent
- Prune After Flowering & Early Spring
If you're looking for a Hydrangea, Penny Mac Hydrangea is a terrific choice. You can't go wrong with a Hydrangea with 7-inch flowers that just go right until fall, and then provide fall color too! Plant one today and you'll soon see just how amazing this gorgeous Hydrangea is. Hurry and order yours today at NatureHills.com!
