But panicle hydrangeas (Hydrangea paniculata) offer an easier-to-grow option. If you want to grow hydrangeas, a hardy, low-maintenance panicle hydrangea is a good alternative to bigleaf types.

You can use certain things to change hydrangea color, or you can even trim the hydrangea paniculata shrub to look like a stunning tree. House Digest spoke exclusively with Melanie Rekola ...