Pink in alkaline soils and blue in acidic soils, Big Daddy’s huge blooms are as big as balloons at a child’s birthday party. Perfect for flower arrangements, ‘Big Daddy’ will bloom from spring until early summer.
Pink in alkaline soils and blue in acidic soils, Big Daddy’s huge blooms are as big as balloons at a child’s birthday party. Perfect for flower arrangements, ‘Big Daddy’ will bloom from spring until early summer.
3b-9, 14-24
-10°F to 0°F USDA zones 6–10
5-6' H x 5-6' W
Accent, Hedge, Mass planting
Deciduous
Fast
Part shade to shade
Cut Flowers, Reblooming
Feature
Huge, 12-14" pink or blue blooms summer to fall
Spring to Fall, Summer to Fall
Medium Water Once Established
Feed in spring to fall
Pruning
Prune to shape after flowering
Well-drained garden soil w/ rich organic matter
1. Dig in your native soil a hole as deep and wide as the container. We recommend planting in native soil for best acclimation.
2. Fill the hole with water and thoroughly water the new plant; allow both to drain.
3. Gently place the plant on its side and remove the pot. Place your hand on the bottom of the plant and put it in the hole.
4. Return native soil around the root ball, wetting and gently tamping down.
5. To complete, create a shallow trench around the base of the plant to contain the water when watering.
6. Mulch 1–2” deep around the plant, avoiding the area closest to the stem.