Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Nikko Blue’ #3
$44.99
A classic deciduous bigleaf hydrangea featuring large blue or pink mophead blooms and dense green foliage for partially shaded gardens.
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Description
Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Nikko Blue’ is a deciduous, rounded shrub with a dense, mounded habit, typically reaching 4–6 feet in height and spread. It is best known for its large, rounded mophead flower clusters produced in early to mid-summer. Bloom color ranges from deep blue in acidic soils to pink in alkaline soils. The foliage consists of broad, ovate, deep green leaves with a coarse texture, providing strong visual mass throughout the growing season. Flowers are borne on old wood, making winter protection important in colder climates. Fall color is minimal, with foliage fading before leaf drop. This shrub is widely used as a foundation plant, in mixed shrub borders, woodland-edge plantings, or as a specimen in partially shaded landscapes.
Care Instructions
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Light: Partial shade; morning sun with afternoon shade preferred
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Soil: Moist, well-drained, organically rich soil
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Water: Consistent moisture; avoid drought stress
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Pruning: Prune only after flowering; blooms on old wood
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Tolerances: Moderate heat tolerance; sensitive to drought and severe winter exposure
Key Features
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Large mophead flower clusters with soil pH–dependent color
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Dense, rounded deciduous shrub habit
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Lush green foliage with coarse texture
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Reliable summer flowering in protected locations
