Hydrangea macrophylla 'Merritt's Pride'
Also Known As
- Merritt's Pride Bigleaf Hydrangea
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 4'-6'
- W: 4'-6'
planting zones
- 6a-8b
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Merritt's Pride' plant details
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Merritt's Pride' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In fall and summer red flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Hydrangea macrophylla 'Merritt's Pride'
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: hydrangeaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
- Flowers: red blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: border plant, cottage garden, woodland garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Hydrangea macrophylla 'Merritt's Pride'
- USDA Zones: 6a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: seaside / salt
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
MOPHEAD. Worthy of Merritt's pride these pink blooms over dark green foliage are sooo nice! If the plant is given lime the flowers will turn blue.
By: Greer Gardens Inc.
Gardening facts about Hydrangea macrophylla 'Merritt's Pride' plant
How to Grow Hydrangea macrophylla 'Merritt's Pride'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- seaside / salt tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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