Hydrangea Macrophylla "Pink" 5Liter

🌸 Hydrangea ‘Pink’

Botanical Name: Hydrangea macrophylla
Common Names: Bigleaf Hydrangea, Mophead Hydrangea, Pink Hydrangea

📌 Product Description

Hydrangea ‘Pink’ is a popular, ornamental shrub prized for its large, lush clusters of soft pink blooms and attractive deep green foliage. Its rounded, bushy habit makes it perfect for garden borders, hedges, and patio containers.

This variety adds elegance and vibrant colour to temperate South African gardens, providing a long-lasting display from spring through summer.

📏 Size When Fully Grown

• Height: approx. 60 – 120 cm
• Spread: approx. 60 – 120 cm
• Growth Habit: Compact, rounded, bushy
• Growth Rate: Moderate

🌱 Best Growing Conditions

• Light: Partial shade to full sun (morning sun with afternoon shade ideal)
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter; prefers slightly acidic conditions for pink coloration
• Water:
  • Regular watering; keep soil consistently moist
  • Avoid waterlogging
• Feeding: Feed with a balanced fertiliser in spring and mid-season
• Maintenance:
  • Remove spent flowers to encourage new growth
  • Light pruning after flowering maintains shape and promotes flowering next season

🌦️ Planting & Growing Season (South Africa)

• Best Planting Time: Spring (August – October)
• Growing Season: Spring to autumn
• Flowering Season: Late spring through summer
• Climate Suitability: Prefers temperate regions; protects from harsh midday sun
• Frost Tolerance: Light frost tolerant; protect young plants

🌼 Additional Benefits

• Long-lasting, vibrant blooms
• Ideal for borders, hedges, and container displays
• Attracts pollinators
• Easy-care ornamental shrub

🌿 Ideal Uses

✔ Garden beds and borders
✔ Patio and balcony containers
✔ Hedges or feature shrubs
✔ Pollinator-friendly gardens