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    Hydrangea aspera 'Macrophylla'

    Also Known As

    • Big Leaf Chinese Hydrangea

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 8'-12'
    • W: 8'-12'

    planting zones

    • 7a-9b

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    Hydrangea aspera 'Macrophylla' plant details

    Hydrangea aspera 'Macrophylla' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Hydrangea aspera 'Macrophylla'

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: hydrangeaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 8 FT - 12 FT - wide, 8 FT - 12 FT - tall
    Flowers: purple blooms in summer
    Uses: border plant, cottage garden, woodland garden

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Hydrangea aspera 'Macrophylla'

    USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
    Resistant to: seaside / salt
    Soil needs: average and rich

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Will get 10'-12' tall and have large fuzzy leaves. In summer, the lace cap flowers will hover over the plant. The large flowers are a beautiful light lavender.

    By: Gossler Farms

    Pale purple to white lacecap bloom spans 5-8 inches. Peeling bark, deciduous, Regular water. Zones 7-9

    By: Lael's Moon Garden

    Gardening facts about Hydrangea aspera 'Macrophylla' plant

    How to Grow Hydrangea aspera 'Macrophylla'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - regular

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • seaside / salt tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • purple

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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