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Plum Passion® Improved Hydrangea
Hydrangea aspera 'Monpulsel' PP #30,596
Pronunciation: hy-DRAIN-juh AS-per-uh
SKU #09655
LIGHT:
Filtered sun, Partial shade
WATER:
Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 5 to 6 ft. tall and wide.
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| Description | A delightful, densely branched hydrangea with green-purple new foliage that ages to a deep purple with rosy purple undersides and is contrasted nicely by bicolor lacecap summer blooms. Captivating fall foliage develops golden topsides, while retaining its purple undersides. A wonderful accent for shady borders and cottage gardens. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
| Flower Color | Purplish-pink |
| Foliage Color | Purple |
| Companion Plants | Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum); Azalea (Azalea); Hosta (Hosta); Holly (Ilex); Camellia (Camellia); Anemone (Anemone); Holly (Ilex);Rhododendron (Rhododendron) |
| Care Instructions | Provide fertile, lightly acidic, moist, well-drained soil with part or dappled shade. Tolerates more sun in cooler climates; avoid harsh sun exposures. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish extensive root system. Apply balanced fertilizer monthly during growing season. Clip spent flowers to promote continued bloom. |
| History | The first-ever purple-leaved hydrangea cultivated for American Gardens, Plum Passion® Hydrangea (Hydrangea asper), was discovered by Mikinori Ogisu in China and brought to the U.S. by renowned plant explorer Dan Hinkley, introduced by Monrovia. Plum Passion® Improved (H. aspera 'Monpulsel' PPAF) is the product of a breeding program under the direction of Richard Wells in at Monrovia Nursery in Dayton, Oregon. An outstanding selection made from an array of seedlings in May 2013, the new variety has slightly larger flowers and heavier foliage, and exhibits a dense branching habit, giving it a more compact form than its parent plant. U.S. Plant Patent #30,596 was issued on July 25, 2019. |
| Lore | H. aspera is a shrub native to the region between the Himalaya, across southern China, to Taiwan. Considerable natural variation occurs within the species, and some of the variations are sometimes considered to be separate species; these include H. villosa and H. aspera ssp. sargentiana. |
Details
| Description | A delightful, densely branched hydrangea with green-purple new foliage that ages to a deep purple with rosy purple undersides and is contrasted nicely by bicolor lacecap summer blooms. Captivating fall foliage develops golden topsides, while retaining its purple undersides. A wonderful accent for shady borders and cottage gardens. Deciduous. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Purplish-pink |
| Foliage Color | Purple |
| Companion Plants | Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum); Azalea (Azalea); Hosta (Hosta); Holly (Ilex); Camellia (Camellia); Anemone (Anemone); Holly (Ilex);Rhododendron (Rhododendron) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide fertile, lightly acidic, moist, well-drained soil with part or dappled shade. Tolerates more sun in cooler climates; avoid harsh sun exposures. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish extensive root system. Apply balanced fertilizer monthly during growing season. Clip spent flowers to promote continued bloom. |
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History
| History | The first-ever purple-leaved hydrangea cultivated for American Gardens, Plum Passion® Hydrangea (Hydrangea asper), was discovered by Mikinori Ogisu in China and brought to the U.S. by renowned plant explorer Dan Hinkley, introduced by Monrovia. Plum Passion® Improved (H. aspera 'Monpulsel' PPAF) is the product of a breeding program under the direction of Richard Wells in at Monrovia Nursery in Dayton, Oregon. An outstanding selection made from an array of seedlings in May 2013, the new variety has slightly larger flowers and heavier foliage, and exhibits a dense branching habit, giving it a more compact form than its parent plant. U.S. Plant Patent #30,596 was issued on July 25, 2019. |
|---|---|
| Lore | H. aspera is a shrub native to the region between the Himalaya, across southern China, to Taiwan. Considerable natural variation occurs within the species, and some of the variations are sometimes considered to be separate species; these include H. villosa and H. aspera ssp. sargentiana. |
Frequently asked questions
Does Plum Passion® Improved Hydrangea produce flowers?
Summer
Is Plum Passion® Improved Hydrangea evergreen or deciduous?
Plum Passion® Improved Hydrangea is Deciduous.
What are the special features of Plum Passion® Improved Hydrangea?
Plum Passion® Improved Hydrangea is Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators.
How fast does Plum Passion® Improved Hydrangea grow?
Plum Passion® Improved Hydrangea has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Plum Passion® Improved Hydrangea in my landscape?
Plum Passion® Improved Hydrangea is suitable for: Border, Container.
What color are Plum Passion® Improved Hydrangea flowers?
Plum Passion® Improved Hydrangea produces Purplish-pink flowers.
What color is the foliage of Plum Passion® Improved Hydrangea?
Plum Passion® Improved Hydrangea has Purple foliage.
What plants grow well with Plum Passion® Improved Hydrangea?
Good companion plants for Plum Passion® Improved Hydrangea include: Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum); Azalea (Azalea); Hosta (Hosta); Holly (Ilex); Camellia (Camellia); Anemone (Anemone); Holly (Ilex);Rhododendron (Rhododendron).
How do I care for Plum Passion® Improved Hydrangea?
Provide fertile, lightly acidic, moist, well-drained soil with part or dappled shade. Tolerates more sun in cooler climates; avoid harsh sun exposures. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish extensive root system. Apply balanced fertilizer monthly during growing season. Clip spent flowers to promote continued bloom.
What is the history of Plum Passion® Improved Hydrangea?
The first-ever purple-leaved hydrangea cultivated for American Gardens, Plum Passion® Hydrangea (Hydrangea asper), was discovered by Mikinori Ogisu in China and brought to the U.S. by renowned plant explorer Dan Hinkley, introduced by Monrovia. Plum Passion® Improved (H. aspera 'Monpulsel' PPAF) is the product of a breeding program under the direction of Richard Wells in at Monrovia Nursery in Dayton, Oregon. An outstanding selection made from an array of seedlings in May 2013, the new variety has slightly larger flowers and heavier foliage, and exhibits a dense branching habit, giving it a more compact form than its parent plant. U.S. Plant Patent #30,596 was issued on July 25, 2019.
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