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Hydrangea m. 'Bouquet Rose' / 10L / 30Cm
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Bouquet Rose'
Confirmed format: 10 litre pot
Plant Highlights
- Large mophead flower clusters from July to September
- Candy-pink blooms shifting to violet-blue in acidic soils
- Bushy deciduous shrub with mid-green foliage
- Compact and small-garden suitable habit
- Suitable for containers and borders
- Easy care and pollinator friendly
Overview
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Bouquet Rose' is a classic mophead hydrangea valued for its large, spherical flower heads borne generously from July through September. In neutral to alkaline soils, blooms emerge a lovely candy pink, while acidic soils encourage rich violet-blue tones. Forming a compact, bushy deciduous shrub with rich mid-green leaves, 'Bouquet Rose' reaches a mature height and spread of 100 cm. It is ideal for mixed shrub borders, woodland gardens, or planting in large container pots.
Why We Love It
- Reliable summer flower display providing long-lasting seasonal interest.
- Soil pH sensitive flower colours ranging from pink to violet-blue.
- Compact bushy growth habit that fits easily into smaller gardens.
- Well suited to both garden borders and large patio containers.
- Attractive to pollinators during the flowering season.
Plant Details
| Botanical Name | Hydrangea macrophylla 'Bouquet Rose' |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
| Foliage Persistence | Deciduous |
| Foliage Colour | Green |
| Flower Colour | Pink, rose, violet, blue, and multicolour |
| Flowering Season | July to September |
| Growth Habit | Bushy and compact |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Mature Height | 100 cm |
| Mature Spread | 100 cm |
| Hardiness | RHS H5 (down to -15°C) |
Growing Guide
| Position | Full sun or partial shade in a sheltered aspect with east-, west-, or north-facing exposure. |
|---|---|
| Soil | Clay or loam soils with moist, well-drained conditions. |
| Watering | Moderate water need. Keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods. |
| Winter Care | Apply a mulch around the base of the plant during winter for protection. |
| Pruning | Prune in March or April following pruning group 1 guidelines. Deadheading is recommended. |
Perfect For
- Border plantings
- Woodland gardens
- Patio containers
- Small gardens
- Coastal gardens
Good to Know
- All parts of the plant are toxic if ingested and act as a skin irritant.
- Toxic to cats and dogs.
- Flowers are suitable for cutting and indoor display.
- Provides support for pollinators when in flower.
Product Information
| Supplied Format | 10 litre pot |
|---|---|
| Supplied Height | 30 cm |
| Care Level | Easy |
| Native Status | Non-native |
Growing & care
- Plant type
- shrub
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