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Fall is one of the best times to plant. As temperatures cool, plants naturally begin entering dormancy. Depending on the variety, your plant may arrive with fall color, partial leaf drop, or bare stems. This is normal seasonal behavior and does not mean the plant is unhealthy.
Fall planting gives roots time to establish while the soil is still warm, helping plants get a stronger start when new growth begins in spring.
Starfield™ Reblooming Hydrangea Shrub
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$49.99
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Starfield™ Reblooming Hydrangea Shrub
Description
Starfield™ Reblooming Hydrangea Shrub
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Hortmafarfa' | USPP32164, CPBRAF | Bloomin' Easy®
A galaxy of blooms, sized for your garden. Starfield™ brings double, star-shaped flowers in soft pink-to-blue tones above a dense backdrop of green foliage. Its compact 2–3-foot mature size makes it an inviting choice for part-shade borders and patio plantings. Picture the flowers beside your favorite outdoor seat, turning an ordinary corner into a place you pause to enjoy.
Best Time to Plant: Spring or Fall
Order February–June or September–November for the strongest start. Summer and winter orders may be held until it's safe to ship.
BEST VALUE: Premium 2 Gallon — Landscape Ready
Start with a finished, nursery grown specimen for a more substantial presence in your planting. Our premium 2-gallon Starfield™ is the landscape-ready choice for gardeners who want professional landscaper quality and a larger starting plant rather than a smaller starter.
Listed shipping height: approximately 10–12 inches. Seasonal growth and shipping preparation affect the size and appearance of your plant.
Select Premium 2 Gallon — Landscape Ready and bring Starfield™ into your garden.
What Makes This Plant a Good Choice
- Distinctive flowers: double, star-shaped blooms give the flower clusters a layered look.
- Soft color: pastel pink-to-blue tones complement green foliage.
- Compact habit: approximately 2–3 feet tall and wide at maturity.
- Reblooming potential: repeat flowering extends your enjoyment when growing conditions support it.
- Two starting sizes: choose a 1-gallon plant or the featured 2-gallon landscape-ready option.
What This Plant Does For You
- Creates a floral focal point without requiring space for a large shrub.
- Softens the edges of paths, patios, and protected foundation beds.
- Brings flowers close enough to appreciate their star-shaped detail.
- Adds a coordinated, rounded layer when repeated through a border.
- Makes a part-shade garden feel more colorful and welcoming.
Plant Highlights
- Hardiness: USDA Zones 5–9.
- Mature size: approximately 2–3 feet tall and wide.
- Flowers: double, star-shaped pink-to-blue blooms; reblooming habit.
- Flowering: summer into fall, depending on climate and care.
- Foliage: green; deciduous.
- Light: part shade, ideally morning sun with afternoon shade.
- Soil: well-drained soil that retains moisture.
- Water: keep consistently moist without waterlogging, particularly during establishment.
- Growth rate: moderate.
- Listed shipping heights: 1 gallon, approximately 6–8 inches; 2 gallon, approximately 10–12 inches.
Ready to give your garden a new focal point? Choose your Starfield™ size and add it to your cart.
Premium Features & Solutions
Big flower appeal in a smaller footprint. Starfield™ offers the lush appearance of a bigleaf hydrangea without the space needs of a much larger shrub. Give it room to reach its mature width and a protected location where its flowers can be enjoyed up close.
A more substantial starting point. The nursery grown 2-gallon plant is our featured choice for planting-day presence. Landscape ready describes the starting plant, not its mature height or a guarantee of blooms at arrival.
Choose Your Size
Premium 2 Gallon — Landscape Ready: the larger container-grown starting option, with a listed shipping height of approximately 10–12 inches.
1 Gallon Plant: a smaller starting option for gardeners happy to nurture their shrub as it fills in, with a listed shipping height of approximately 6–8 inches. Both sizes are the same Starfield™ variety and share the same mature-size potential.
Smart Growing Guide
Beginner: Plant with Confidence
- Choose a site with gentle morning sun and afternoon shade.
- Water the plant before removing its nursery container.
- Dig a hole about twice as wide as the root ball, but no deeper. Keep the top of the root ball level with the surrounding soil.
- Backfill gently and water thoroughly to settle soil around the roots.
- Mulch the root zone, leaving space around the stems.
- Check moisture regularly. Water deeply as needed to keep the root ball evenly moist, not soggy.
Advanced: Optimize Growth and Flowering
- Assess drainage before planting and avoid areas where water collects.
- Test soil before adjusting flower color. Soil pH and aluminum availability influence pink-to-blue tones; a particular shade is not guaranteed.
- Apply fertilizer according to its label, avoiding overfeeding. If using our SR-18-5-10 slow-release fertilizer, follow its labeled application directions.
- Keep pruning conservative. Shape lightly after flowering and remove dead or damaged wood once it is easy to identify.
- Maintain mulch and monitor moisture during heat and dry winds, especially while roots establish.
Pro Tips for Maximum Impact
- Plant near a patio or path so the layered flowers can be appreciated up close.
- Repeat Starfield™ through a border, allowing room for its full mature width.
- Pair with simple foliage plants to keep the star-shaped flowers in the spotlight.
- Check container plantings more frequently for drying and use a container with drainage holes.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How large does Starfield™ grow?
Expect approximately 2–3 feet tall and wide at maturity. Site, climate, and care affect growth.
What is the difference between the 1-gallon and 2-gallon plants?
The 2-gallon option is the featured landscape-ready starting size, listed at approximately 10–12 inches for shipping. The 1-gallon option is listed at approximately 6–8 inches. Both sizes have the same mature-size potential.
Is there a Fill My Box savings offer?
No Fill My Box savings offer is advertised for this item. Select the size and quantity that fit your planting plan.
Will the flowers be pink or blue?
Flower color depends on soil chemistry and growing conditions. Photographs do not guarantee an exact shade. Test soil before making amendments rather than applying color-changing products blindly.
Will my plant arrive flowering?
Not necessarily. Season and shipping preparation affect flowering at delivery. Blooms are often removed because they do not travel well.
Does it bloom more than once?
Starfield™ has a reblooming habit, but repeat flowers depend on maturity, weather, pruning, and care. Continuous flowering is not guaranteed.
How much sun does it need?
Morning sun with afternoon shade is a good starting location. Protect from harsh afternoon exposure, especially in hot climates.
How often should I water?
Check the soil rather than following a fixed calendar. Water deeply as needed to keep the root zone consistently moist without standing water. New plantings and containers need closer attention.
Should I prune it hard each spring?
Avoid routine hard cutbacks. Keep shaping light after flowering and remove clearly dead or damaged wood. Conservative pruning helps preserve flowering potential.
Is Starfield™ deer resistant or pet friendly?
No. Protect it from deer browsing and keep it away from pets that chew plants.
Will it lose its leaves in winter?
Yes. Starfield™ is deciduous, so seasonal leaf loss and a dormant appearance are normal.
Take Action Now
Plan your next planting window and bring a galaxy of blooms to your garden. Choose Premium 2 Gallon — Landscape Ready for a more substantial start, or select the 1-gallon plant to grow into your design.
Select your Starfield™ plant and add it to your cart today.
Ordering & Shipping
Our processing time usually is 1–3 days after receiving the order. Orders taken after 4:00 pm on Wednesday through Sunday will be shipped the following Monday.
The Plant Factory, Inc. uses careful shipping processes to help plants arrive safely. Cold and heat may delay your order temporarily until it is safe to receive and plant your plants or trees in your area. At our discretion, we will hold your order until the threat has passed to protect the health of your plant.
Summer/Winter Shipping Restrictions: Summer above 95 degrees | Winter below 34 degrees.
Note: The images and videos on our site are the best way to show off our products and show how good we are as growers. Depending on the season you buy, you may get a plant that is smaller or bigger than the picture shows. The plant might bloom like it does on our site, but it might not. We cut off the blooms most of the time because they don't ship well. When you buy our plants, think of them as an investment in your future garden, and enjoy the process of seeing it grow to its fullest.