Grin and Tonic Reblooming Hydrangea

Grin and Tonic Reblooming Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla 'Hokomagrito')

Grin and Tonic is a compact reblooming mophead that opens lime green and matures to bright white, delivering a crisp, refreshing palette from early summer through repeat cycles into fall. Strong stems and neat foliage make it a clean, high-impact choice for borders and containers.

Distinctive Features

Lime-to-white color shift on dome-shaped heads provides season-long interest, with reliable rebloom keeping fresh flowers coming. Naturally compact habit and sturdy stems reduce flopping and maintenance.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Morning sun with afternoon shade; avoid hot, reflected exposures.
• Soil: Moist, well drained, humus-rich soil; maintain even moisture for best rebloom.
• Water: Keep evenly moist, especially during bud and bloom; do not allow prolonged dryness.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 to 9.
• Mature Size: About 2 to 3 ft tall and 2 to 3 ft wide.

Ideal Uses

• Focal Point: Lime-to-white blooms create a cool, modern accent in shade gardens.
• Containers: Compact size and long bloom suit patio pots with consistent moisture.
• Foundation Planting: Fits under windows and along paths without crowding.
• Mixed Borders: Pairs with hostas, ferns, and summer perennials for contrast.
• Cut Flowers: Long-lasting heads for fresh arrangements.

Low Maintenance Care

• Watering: Water deeply and regularly in summer; mulch to keep roots cool and moist.
• Pruning: Minimal; remove spent heads and lightly shape after main bloom, preserving new shoots for rebloom.
• Fertilizing: Feed in spring with a balanced fertilizer; avoid excess nitrogen that reduces flowering.
• Mulching: Maintain a 2 inch organic mulch, keeping it off the stems.
• Notes: Protect swelling buds from late frosts; provide afternoon shade to preserve flower quality.

Why Choose Grin and Tonic Reblooming Bigleaf Hydrangea?

• Color Evolution: Lime buds age to bright white for dynamic displays.
• Reblooming: Repeat flowers extend the season for months.
• Compact Form: Full-size blooms on a small footprint.
• Sturdy Stems: Clean structure supports flower heads.
• Design Versatility: Equally effective in borders, foundations, and containers.

Provide morning sun, afternoon shade, steady moisture, and light post-bloom grooming to maintain dense growth and abundant lime-to-white flowers all season.