panicle
noun
pan·i·cle
ˈpa-ni-kəl 
1
: a compound racemose inflorescence see inflorescence illustration
2
: a pyramidal loosely branched flower cluster
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The gorgeous upright panicles of fragrant flowers appear in mid to late summer, attracting pollinators such as butterflies.
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Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 17 Oct. 2024
McEnaney suggests ‘Little Hottie’ panicle hydrangea for a small space and Berry White panicle hydrangea (shown above) for larger spaces.
—Erica Browne Grivas, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Aug. 2024
Some roses are rebounding, and the panicle hydrangeas are taking over for the bigleaf ones which are past their prime.
—Janet B. Carson, arkansasonline.com, 22 July 2024
Types that bloom on new growth, such as panicle and smooth varieties, can be pruned between late fall and early spring.
—Steve Bender, Southern Living, 1 May 2024
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Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 17 Oct. 2024
McEnaney suggests ‘Little Hottie’ panicle hydrangea for a small space and Berry White panicle hydrangea (shown above) for larger spaces.
—Erica Browne Grivas, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Aug. 2024
Some roses are rebounding, and the panicle hydrangeas are taking over for the bigleaf ones which are past their prime.
—Janet B. Carson, arkansasonline.com, 22 July 2024
Types that bloom on new growth, such as panicle and smooth varieties, can be pruned between late fall and early spring.
—Steve Bender, Southern Living, 1 May 2024
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panicle
noun
pan·i·cle
ˈpan-i-kəl
: a branched flower cluster (as of a lilac or some grasses) in which each branch from the main stem has one or more flowers
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