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  • Hydrangea macrophylla Magical® Crimson

Plant type

shrub

size

    planting zones

    • 5a-9a

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    Hydrangea macrophylla Crimson (Magical) plant details

    Hydrangea macrophylla Crimson (Magical) is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In summer green, lavender, pink and purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Hydrangea macrophylla Crimson (Magical)

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: hydrangeaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Flowers: green, lavender, pink and purple blooms in summer
    Uses: compact, cutting garden, dried-arrangements, long-blooming, woodland garden

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Hydrangea macrophylla Crimson (Magical)

    USDA Zones: 5a - 9a
    Sun exposure: bright shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture
    Soil needs: rich and well-drained

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    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    This hydrangea is a compact crimson/blue bloomer that is said to bloom on the old wood and the new wood. Flowers begin green and slowly age to a brilliant crimson red (or possibly blue in acidic soil). Its compact nature will let you tuck this into any nook in your garden or container. Blooms age to lime green as they age.

    Gardening facts about Hydrangea macrophylla Crimson (Magical) plant

    How to Grow Hydrangea macrophylla Crimson (Magical)

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained
      • rich
    • Water Needs

      • even moisture
    • Sun Exposure

      • bright shade

    Features

    • Flower Color

      • pink
      • green
      • lavender
      • purple
    • Foliage Color

      • green
    • Wildlife

      • bees
    • Flower Season

      • summer
    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous
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