Growing and caring for blue mophead hydrangea requires some specific attention to detail. It's a beautiful shrub that produces stunning blue flowers, but it needs the right conditions to thrive.
To start, blue mophead hydrangea needs partial shade, especially in warmer climates. In areas with full sun, it's best to provide some afternoon shade to prevent scorching.
This shrub prefers well-draining, moist soil, but it's not tolerant of standing water. Make sure the soil drains well to prevent root rot.
Regular watering is essential, but be careful not to overwater. Blue mophead hydrangea needs about 1 inch of water per week, either from rainfall or irrigation.
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Product Information
The Nikko Blue Shrub is a classic choice for any garden, and for good reason. This deciduous shrub grows 4 ft. to 6 ft. tall and wide, making it a great option for a flowering hedge.
It's a vigorous plant with a rounded habit, and it loves to be in partially shaded areas with morning sun and afternoon shade. This makes it perfect for a spot near your foundation or in a patio pot.
The Nikko Blue Shrub thrives in loamy, well-drained, organically enriched soil, which is easy to achieve by adding a hydrangea fertilizer as directed. Blooms are pink in alkaline soils, but with the right soil conditions, you can enjoy beautiful blue flowers.
Here are some key details to keep in mind when growing your Nikko Blue Shrub:
- Botanical Name: Classic big-leaf hydrangea
- Standard against which other blue hydrangeas are measured
- Part shade lover, grows best in rich, medium moisture, well-drained soil
- Flowers are blue in acidic soils, turning pink in alkaline soil
- Blooms on old wood, next year's buds are set in late summer and early fall
- Performs best in USDA plant zones 6 to 9
- Best site is partially shaded with morning sun and afternoon shade
- Shrub will grow to be 4 ft. to 6 ft. tall and wide, space 4 ft. away from other plants or structures
This shrub is also relatively low maintenance, with usually no serious pests or disease issues. Just be sure to prune it before late summer and early fall, when next year's buds are set.
Nikko Hydrangea
The Nikko Hydrangea is a stunning addition to any garden. It's a bigleaf type of hydrangea that produces large mophead bloom clusters.
This variety is known for its sturdy stems, which ensure that your flowers won't flop in the wind. The peeling bark also adds interest to your garden in the fall and winter.
The Nikko Hydrangea is a vigorous deciduous shrub with a rounded habit, growing 4 ft. to 6 ft. tall and wide. It's perfect for a partially shaded site in the cutting garden, near the foundation, or in a patio pot.
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It's a classic big-leaf hydrangea, prized for its 4 in. to 5 in. W, snowball-shaped, rich deep blue flower heads. The blue blooms stand out from its medium green foliage.
Here are some key facts to keep in mind when growing your Nikko Hydrangea:
- Botanical Name: Classic big-leaf hydrangea, the blooms can be harvested to enjoy fresh or dried
- Standard against which other blue hydrangea are measured
- Usually no serious pests or disease issues
- Part shade lover, grows best in rich, medium moisture, well drained soil
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the 1 3 rule for hydrangeas?
When pruning hydrangeas, remove only about 1/3 of the plant immediately after blooming to maintain their shape and encourage new growth. This rule applies to hydrangeas that bloom on old wood.
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