Hydrangea macrophylla - Cultivation Notes
Shrubby Hydrangeas prefer a humus rich soil which is well drained, ideally in half or full sun. Plant in sheltered locations away from cold winds. Cut weak stems / flower heads in spring. Best planted neutral / acid soils, mulch yearly with compost.
Strengths, Weaknesses & Design Usage
Strengths of Hydrangea macrophylla:
- Ornamental winter bark / tracery
- All round tough plant suitable for problem areas
- Ideal for fast growing screening
- Provides valuable winter interest
- Suitable for container growing
- Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils
- Tolerates heavy clay soils
Design & Plant Use for Hydrangea macrophylla:
- Ideal flowering shrub for problem clay soils
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Common Missspellings: Hidrangea, Hydrangia, Hydraingea, Hidrangia, Hydrengea