Big Leaf Hydrangea

About this plant

Meet 'Wee Bit Giddy', a dazzling addition to the Hydrangea macrophylla family from Proven Winners that truly lives up to its name. This compact reblooming hydrangea produces an exuberant display of large, vibrant red or purple flowers, depending on soil acidity. Its tidy, rounded habit makes it an exceptional choice for small gardens, containers, or the front of a border. Unlike many other Big Leaf Hydrangeas, 'Wee Bit Giddy' boasts robust stems that hold its magnificent blooms upright, ensuring a consistently spectacular show from early summer through fall. The deep, rich color of its flowers creates a striking contrast against its glossy, dark green foliage, adding a luxurious touch to any landscape. Perfect for creating a focal point or adding a splash of enduring color, 'Wee Bit Giddy' is an outstanding specimen that offers both beauty and ease of care. Its continuous blooming habit ensures your garden remains alive with color throughout the growing season.

Installation timing

When we're in season, outside of the winter months, our goal is to get your plants installed within about two weeks. That window gives us enough time to secure your plants from our supplier and find a spot on the schedule. Throughout the process we stay in touch through notifications and your existing client portal on the main A Cut Above website, which is separate from this landscaping plants shop.

Care & maintenance

For optimal performance, plant in well-drained, organically rich soil. Mulch around the base to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature. Pruning is generally not required, but spent blooms can be deadheaded. If needed, prune only to shape after the first flush of flowers. Fertilize in spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer designed for hydrangeas. Protect young plants from harsh winter winds.

Watering suggestions

Proper watering is the single most important factor in your plant's survival after installation. Newly installed plants have a limited root system and rely on you for consistent moisture while they establish.

• First 2 weeks: Water deeply every day (or every other day in cooler, wet weather), soaking the root ball and surrounding soil.
• Weeks 3–12: Water deeply 2–3 times per week, adjusting for rain, heat, and soil drainage.
• After establishment: Water deeply about once a week during the growing season, and more often in extreme heat or drought.
• How to check: Stick a finger 2–3 inches into the soil near the roots — if it's dry, it's time to water. Deep, less-frequent watering encourages strong roots; shallow daily sprinkles do not.
• Avoid: Overwatering (soggy, waterlogged soil) is just as harmful as underwatering and can drown roots.

Watering needs vary by plant, season, soil, and exposure. Because proper watering is the customer's responsibility after installation, please make sure you understand and can follow these suggestions before ordering.

Good to know: plants and trees purchased from and installed by A Cut Above include a one-year limited warranty from the date of installation. Because plant survival depends heavily on proper watering and care after installation, losses caused by improper care, neglect, animal or chemical damage, or extreme weather are not covered, and we must be given the chance to inspect a struggling plant before it's removed or replaced. Coverage is one replacement per plant. Read our warranty info.