Hydrangea macrophylla
An elegant lacecap huydrangea renowned for its large, flattened flower heads featuring vivid indigo-blue to deep violet florets encircling tiny central fertile flower.
Excellent for semi-shaded garden beds, informal hedging, or decorative patio pots. Thrives in moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil sheltered from harsh afternoon sun and drying winds (flower colour shifts toward reddish-purple in alkaline soils).
Position: Morning sun, part shade
Watering: Keep soil moist
Height: grows to 1.2m to 1.5m
Width: grows to 1.2m to 1.5m
Flowering time: Summer to Autumn