Hydrangea ‘Let’s Dance Arriba’ is a compact reblooming bigleaf hydrangea producing large, dense mophead flowers throughout summer. The blooms change colour depending on soil pH—typically rich pink in neutral or alkaline soils and violet-blue in acidic soils. Flowers continue to develop on both old and new wood, creating a long display from early summer into fall, where blooms age to soft mauve tones. Its tidy, rounded habit and reliable flowering make it an excellent choice for borders, containers, and small landscape plantings.
- Height: 60-90 cm (2-3 ft)
- Spread: 60-90 cm (2-3 ft)
- Hardiness: Zone 4
- Sun or Shade: Part Sun
- Bloom Time: early summer to fall (rebooks)
- Leaf Colour: green
- Bloom Colour: pink to mauve depending on soil pH
- Critter Resistance: generally deer resistant
Growing and Maintenance Tips
Grow in full sun to part shade in moist, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Bigleaf hydrangeas benefit from a layer of mulch to keep roots cool and retain moisture. ‘Let’s Dance ¡Arriba!’ blooms on both old and new wood, ensuring reliable flowering even after cold winters. Maintain consistent watering, especially during hot periods, but avoid waterlogged soil. Minimal pruning is recommended—remove only winter-damaged stems in spring or shape lightly after flowering.
