Hydrangea

Hydrangea macrophylla

Show-stopping shrubby perennial with large, lush blooms. Soil pH affects color.

Quick Facts

Sun:⛅ Partial Shade, ☀️ Full Sun

Water:💧💧💧 High

USDA Zones:Zones 4–9

Space:🌱 Small Bed, 🏡 Large Garden

Soil:Loam, Clay

Best Season(s):Spring

Experience Level:🌿 Intermediate

Native Range:East Asia (Japan)

Bloom Color:Blue, pink, purple, or white (soil-pH dependent for many varieties)

Bloom Cycle:Early summer through fall on many varieties

Keep consistently moist. Prune bigleaf varieties right after flowering.

Toxic to cats and dogs (cyanogenic glycosides in leaves/flowers) — can cause vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy.

Informational only — always check with a veterinarian if you suspect your pet has eaten something it shouldn't have.

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