Hydrangea - Hydrangea Macrophylla

Hydrangea Macrophylla

One of the most beloved garden ornamentals with large ball-shaped flower clusters.

Product Information

Latin Name Hydrangea Macrophylla
Category Ornamental Plants
Stock Code BTN-062
Height 1-2 m
Pot Type Plastic / Soil
Sale Type Single

Features

Climate Resistance High (-18°C / 0°F)
Watering Needs High
Sun Requirement Partial Shade
Usage Area Outdoor / Potted
Blooming June-September
Color Change Based on soil pH

Product Description

Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla) is one of the most beloved garden ornamentals with large ball-shaped flower clusters. Blooms in blue, pink or purple tones depending on soil pH. This Japanese-origin shrub creates magnificent display in partial shade areas.

Detailed Specifications

Flower Ball-shaped clusters, 15-25 cm diameter, blue/pink/purple
Leaf Large, oval, toothed edge, green
Growth Form Rounded shrub
Flower Color Acidic soil=blue, alkaline=pink
Lifespan 20-50 years

Care & Growing

Watering

Requires plenty of water, especially on hot summer days. Even its name contains water (hydra).

Soil

Humus-rich, moist, well-drained soil. Flower color controllable with pH.

Fertilizing

Hydrangea fertilizer in spring and early summer. Avoid excessive fertilizing.

Pruning

Only cut dried flowers in early spring. Excessive pruning prevents flowering.

Winter Preparation

Mulch root zone. Branch tips may freeze in harsh winters.

Usage Areas

  • Garden ornamental
  • Shaded area planting
  • Hedge and border
  • Potted terrace plant
  • Cut flower
  • Parks and gardens

Frequently Asked Questions

Acidic soil (pH<6) gives blue, alkaline (pH>7) gives pink. Convert to blue with aluminum sulfate, pink with lime.

Wrong timing pruning is most common cause. Hydrangea blooms on previous year's wood, early pruning prevents this.

Yes, partial shade is ideal. Leaf burn in full sun, reduced flowering in full shade.

Delivery and Logistics

Our Hydrangea plants carefully packaged protecting flower clusters.

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