Hydrangea macrophylla 'Blushing Bride' (Blushing Bride Hydrangea)


Botanical Information

FamilyHydrangeaceae
GenusHydrangea
Speciesmacrophylla
Cultivar'Blushing Bride'
CategoryPerennials
TypeShrub (deciduous)

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone5
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone4 - 6a
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH7
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-29 - (-23)
Temperature (°F)-20 - (-10)
Height3 m
Flowering PeriodJune, July

Description and Growing Information

PropagationPropagate by seed in early spring (although the offspring may be variable), or by hardwood stem or tip cuttings.
CultivationGrow in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in sun or partial shade, protecting from full sunlight when in flower to preserve colour.
PestsGenerally free of serious pests and diseases.
Notable SpecimensRoyal Botanical Gardens, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.

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