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Buy Hydrangea macrophylla 'Blauer Prinz'

Also Known As

Blauer Prinz Bigleaf Hydrangea

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-5'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Hydrangea macrophylla 'Blauer Prinz' plant details

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Blauer Prinz' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In summer blue and lavender flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly 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 'Blauer Prinz'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: hydrangeaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: blue and lavender blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, dried-arrangements, long-blooming, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hydrangea macrophylla 'Blauer Prinz'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: seaside / salt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A perfect bloom for drying This medium sized plant blooms a beautiful cornflower-blue with a touch of purple in high acid soil. Aluminum sulphate can be added to the soil when a young plant to keep it from turning rose colored. A late-flowering blue hydrangea with dark green leaves that endure into the fall. The flower heads stay in perfect condition turning to green, red, or purple autumnal tints. You'll savor this fine hydrangea in your garden and in your home.