Hydrangea macrophylla 'Shamrock'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 3'-4'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Hydrangea macrophylla 'Shamrock' plant details

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Shamrock' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In summer pink 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 'Shamrock'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: hydrangeaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hydrangea macrophylla 'Shamrock'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
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

This breath-taking introduction has large double lace-caps which start blooming pink, changing to shades of red and deep-pink over a long (July- Sept.) blooming season; compact (3-4') and frost resistant. PSh/M (not dry)

By: Forestfarm

MOPHEAD. The double pink flowers on this variety are copious. Flowers open in July and as they age the bracts turn deeper shades of magenta to red, lovely. Soil acidity affects the color of these flowers, with acidity they are violet blue. This plant is named in honor of France's "Friends of the Shamrock Hydrangea Collection" of Varengeville-sur-Merand, Normandy. The collection was established in 1984 and given French National Collection status in 1999. A worldwide recognized collection, it is home to more than 1200 species and varieties. A portion of the royalties from the sales of 'Shamrock' are used for conservation and maintenance of this vast collection.