Hydrangea Paniculata Phantom 4.5 Litre Pot

Hydrangea paniculata ‘Phantom’ – Spectacular Clouds of Summer Colour

Hydrangea paniculata ‘Phantom’ is prized for its enormous, conical flower heads, often among the largest in the paniculata group. Blooming from mid-summer to autumn, each flower cluster begins creamy white, slowly maturing to soft pink as the season progresses. Its upright, multi-stemmed habit and lush green foliage make it a striking focal point in mixed borders, cottage gardens, or as a specimen shrub.

Seasonal Beauty & Growth

• Spring: Fresh green foliage emerges, forming a strong framework.

• Summer: Huge, dense panicles of creamy-white flowers burst into life, glowing in sunlight.

• Autumn: Blooms flush with delicate pink and persist, providing long-lasting beauty.

• Winter: Structural branches and peeling bark add subtle interest.

Structure & Form

• Height: 2–2.5 m

• Spread: 2–2.5 m

• Habit: Upright, bushy, and rounded

• Foliage: Mid-green, oval leaves with good coverage

• Flowers: Giant conical panicles (up to 40 cm long), creamy white turning blush pink

• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast

• Lifespan: Long-lived deciduous shrub

Garden Uses

• Statement Plant: Perfect as a standalone feature or at the back of borders.

• Mixed Plantings: Combines beautifully with grasses, perennials, and other shrubs.

• Cottage & Woodland Gardens: Adds airy, romantic charm.

• Cut Flowers: Excellent for fresh or dried arrangements.

Growing Conditions & Care

• Position: Prefers full sun or partial shade.

• Soil: Moist, fertile, well-drained soils; tolerant of a range of soil types.

• Watering: Keep consistently moist, especially in dry spells.

• Pruning: Prune hard in late winter or early spring to encourage large flower heads.

• Hardiness: Fully hardy across the UK (RHS H5).

Why Choose Hydrangea ‘Phantom’?

• Enormous, show-stopping blooms with a long season of colour.

• Reliable and hardy, even in cooler climates.

• Easy-care shrub ideal for both classic and modern gardens.

• Provides interest from summer through autumn, with winter structure.

Hydrangea Paniculata Phantom 4.5 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Slow Growing White Deciduous

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.