{"product_id":"hydrangea-macrophylla-starfield","title":"Hydrangea macrophylla 'Starfield' - Bigleaf Hydrangea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌿 Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous flowering shrub\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bigleaf Hydrangea\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hydrangea macrophylla 'Starfield'\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep blue to purple depending on soil acidity, with distinctive starry sepals\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.0–1.3 m\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.9–1.1 m\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHabit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shrubby, compact and well-branched habit, moderate and balanced growth\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering period:\u003c\/strong\u003e June to September, abundant and prolonged flowering\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial shade to dappled shade, protected from intense afternoon sun\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Regular, prefers consistently moist but well-drained soil\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, rich in organic matter, acidic to neutral\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zone 5 to 9\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrought tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate, requires regular moisture\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNectar-rich plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttracts pollinators:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, especially bees and butterflies\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity to animals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-toxic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e                                                                                                                                                                                          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✂️ Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in partial shade in rich, well-drained, acidic soil to intensify the blue color of the flowers. Water regularly at planting to promote root establishment, then maintain consistent moisture throughout the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrune in spring before new growth to maintain a compact shape and encourage abundant flowering. Apply organic mulch to conserve moisture and regulate soil temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for small gardens, structured borders, and landscape designs, it offers spectacular flowers with starry sepals, prolonged flowering, and remarkable visual interest with regular care once established.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FleurExcel Inc.","offers":[{"title":"2 gallons","offer_id":48264934129968,"sku":"","price":31.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0742\/4658\/6672\/files\/starfield-landscape.webp?v=1712866209","url":"https:\/\/fleurexcel.com\/en\/products\/hydrangea-macrophylla-starfield","provider":"FleurExcel Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}