HYDRANGEA IN VAR 7.5LT PREMIUM

Description and General Information

• Botanical Name: Hydrangea macrophylla (various premium cultivars)

• Common Name: Premium Hydrangea (various varieties)

• Plant Type: Deciduous flowering shrub

• Pot Size: Supplied in a premium 7.5-litre container for well-established plants ready to make an immediate garden impact.

• Growth Habit: Bushy, rounded form, typically reaching 1–1.5 metres in height and spread, depending on variety.

• Foliage: Large, glossy, mid-green leaves that provide a lush backdrop to the blooms.

• Flowers: Large, showy mophead or lacecap flower clusters in shades of pink, blue, purple, or white—depending on the variety and soil pH.

• Flowering Period: From June to September, often continuing into early autumn.

• Seasonal Interest: Summer and early autumn blooms, bold foliage in spring through autumn, and dried flower heads for winter texture.

• Garden Uses: Ideal for borders, specimen planting, cottage gardens, large containers, and cut flowers.

• Wildlife Benefits: Blooms attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

• Hardiness: Fully hardy in the UK and Ireland.

Planting Conditions and Ideal Location

• Light Requirements: Prefers partial shade; morning sun with afternoon shade is ideal to protect flowers and foliage from scorching.

• Soil Preferences: Moist, fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil enriched with compost.

• pH Range:

  • Acidic soil (pH below 6) produces blue to purple flowers.

  • Neutral to alkaline soil (pH above 7) produces pink to red flowers.

• Moisture Needs: Requires consistently moist soil—especially during hot or dry spells. Avoid allowing the soil to dry out completely.

• Planting Time: Best planted in spring or autumn for strong root establishment before summer heat or winter cold.

• Spacing: Allow 1–1.5 metres between plants for mature growth.

• Shelter Needs: Plant in a sheltered position to protect flower buds from strong winds and late frosts.

• Companion Planting: Combines well with hostas, ferns, heucheras, Japanese maples, and shade-loving perennials.

• Container Growing: Well suited for large pots; use a quality loam-based compost and ensure good drainage.

Routine Care, Feeding, and Seasonal Maintenance

• Watering:

  • Water deeply 1–2 times weekly in dry weather.

  • Avoid waterlogging, especially in containers.

• Feeding:

  • Apply a balanced slow-release fertiliser in spring.

  • For blue blooms, use a hydrangea colourant or aluminium sulphate; for pink blooms, lime the soil if needed.

• Pruning:

  • Remove spent flower heads in spring, cutting just above the first pair of healthy buds.

  • Remove any dead or damaged stems.

  • On older plants, cut one or two of the oldest stems at the base to encourage fresh growth.

• Mulching: Apply a 5–8 cm mulch layer in spring to conserve moisture, enrich soil, and suppress weeds.

• Pest and Disease Resistance: Generally robust; may occasionally be affected by aphids, capsid bugs, or powdery mildew—treat as needed and maintain good airflow.

• Winter Care: Fully hardy; leaving spent flower heads on over winter can help protect buds from frost. In colder areas, mulch heavily around the base for added root protection.

• Weed Control: Keep the root zone clear of weeds to reduce competition for water and nutrients.

• Longevity: With the right care, premium hydrangeas will provide abundant blooms and strong growth for many years.

• Size
  7.5lt

We currently only deliver within the island of Ireland, other countries can be quoted for by contacting [email protected] or via telephone on 06964084
 

Standard Delivery is FREE on orders over €250*

All standard deliveries will be completed within 5-7 working days via Fastway Couriers, any delay to this delivery time, the customer will be notified by One of our staff.

The in-Store delivery charge will vary compared with online, in-store delivery charge is done on a case by case basis. 

* Only mainland Ireland addresses qualify for free delivery.
 

Live Plants Delivery

Our live plants are packed with care and diligence by our staff, our horticulturists review each plant before despatch to ensure quality is maintained.
Live Plant delivery charges are not calculated on weight but on the space required per package to ensure safe delivery, so delivery charges may vary as some plants require more space than others when packed.
All live plants are despatched within 3-5 working days where possible, our couriers aim to deliver within 48 hours of despatch from our Garden Centre to allow the plant to arrive in healthy condition.
 

Click & Collect

Can’t wait for delivery? Why not try our FREE Click & Collect service? Simply make your purchase online and collect it from our store located in Croagh Co. Limerick. Our staff will contact you by phone when your order is ready for collection (Please allow 24 hours minimum). When collecting your item, call the store on 069-64084. We will then load into your car as required. This service is available in-store 9am – 6pm Monday – Saturday (No collections on Sundays)

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