One of if not the earliest of all Hydrangea paniculata varieties to begin blooming during the season, the large and abundant flower clusters of 'Sweet Starlight' start showing up in June in our gardens. They open in a shade of light green quickly changing to white. Then, as the season progresses, they gradually transition to pink by July and finally to a darker pink to almost red later in the season. The flower clusters are held atop strong stems that won't flop in the garden or when growing in containers, making them excellent for cutting and use in fresh or dried flower arrangements. A compact grower with denser branching to only 4 feet tall and equally as wide, and clothed in lush, large, rich green leaves, 'Sweet Starlight' makes for a fine accent in smaller garden spaces and home foundation plantings, in groupings or as a colourful hedge where space allows, or in containers that can be situated on or around patios and other outdoor living spaces.