Bigleaf Hydrangea

Hydrangea Macrophylla

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Overview

The Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla) boasts large, showy blooms up to 12 inches across, with colors ranging from pink to blue depending on soil pH. Ideal for partial shade, this deciduous shrub reaches 3-6 feet in height and width. It prefers well-drained, moist soil and thrives in USDA zones 6-9. Regular watering and pruning after flowering maintain shape and encourage robust growth for this classic garden favorite.

Sun Half, ShadeWater HighZones 5–9Climate Temperate

Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla) — showy blooms up to 12 inches across

Culture

Sun: Half, Shade
Water: High
USDA zones: 5–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Hydrangeaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla) — lush presence in garden spaces; broad leaves that can reach up to 6 inches in length, image 169

Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla) — Its rounded growth habit offers an ample display of large flower clusters; while alkaline conditions, image 170

Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla) — which can span 4 to 12 inches across; blue and pink flowers in the garden, image 171

Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla) — Bigleaf Hydrangeas prefer partial shade; which can span 4 to 12 inches across, image 176

Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla) — depending on the soil's pH level - acidic soils yield blue flowers; and it requires moderate maintenance, image 174

Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla) — displaying hues that range from deep blue to pink, image 173

Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla) — These blooms appear from early summer to fall; is an enchanting flowering shrub that stands out as a, image 172

Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla) — native to Japan and China; although they can tolerate full sun in cooler climates if they receive, image 167

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