Hydrangea macrophylla 'Bloomstruck' - Bigleaf Hydrangea
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🌿 Characteristics
Type: Deciduous flowering shrub
Common name: Bigleaf Hydrangea
Scientific name: Hydrangea macrophylla 'Bloomstruck'
Flower color: Pink to blue-purple depending on soil acidity, in round, dense inflorescences
Mature height: 1.2–1.5 m
Mature width: 1.0–1.3 m
Habit: Bushy, compact, and well-structured, forming a rounded and dense silhouette
Flowering period: June to September, abundant and continuous blooming
Exposure: Partial shade to dappled shade, tolerates morning sun
Watering needs: Regular, prefers consistently moist soil
Soil type: Well-drained, rich in organic matter, acidic to neutral
Hardiness zone: Zone 4 to 9
Drought tolerance: Low, requires regular watering
Nectar-rich plant: Yes
Attracts pollinators: Yes, especially bees and butterflies
Toxicity to animals: Non-toxic
✂️ Care
Plant in partial shade to dappled shade in rich, well-drained soil that is acidic for blue-purple flowers, or neutral for pink hues. Water regularly at planting to promote root establishment, then maintain consistent moisture throughout the growing season.
Prune in spring by removing dead stems and slightly reducing the height to stimulate abundant flowering. Remove spent flowers to prolong blooming until the first frosts.
This vigorous and floriferous shrub offers spectacular and continuous blooming from summer until the first frosts. Ideal for beds, borders, and shaded gardens, it brings color and structure to the landscape with moderate care and remarkable hardiness.