Spring is just about over, and it has been a good one.

But don't let that stop you!

If you plan things right, your garden can be just getting started. As we wind our way into summer, here are a few reliable choices for the heat of the upcoming days.

Hydrangea paniculatas are exceptional as shrubs for your garden or even as cut flowers for your summer arrangements.

Here are two of my favorites: Hydrangea paniculata 'Limelight' and 'Phantom'.

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