Merritt's Beauty Hydrangea
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Merritt's Beauty'
SKU
4195
Superb shrub for accent, specimen or border use in semi-shaded areas; desired for the splendid, abundant, showy flower clusters. Handsome foliage on boldly branched, mounded form. Blooms on old wood. Deciduous.
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Partial sun
Water regularly to maintain wet or evenly moist soil - weekly or more.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | hye-DRAYN-jee-uh mak-roh-FIL-uh |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Fast growing to 4 to 6 ft. high, equal width. |
| Bloom Time | Early summer |
| Design Ideas | This all-purpose Hydrangea is perfect under windows or as foundation planting on sheltered exposures. A great single specimen or dense hedge, it is large enough to produce a bold flower display but still compact and controlled. Rich dark green foliage is perfect background for light-colored dwarf, variegated and flowering shrubs plus cheerful flowers and precise edging plants. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Flower Attribute | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Firescaping/Fire Wise, Woodland Garden, Cutting Garden, Coastal Exposure |
| Light Needs | Partial sun |
| Soil Needs | All-Purpose Plant Food |
| Special Feature | Attracts Butterflies, Easy Care, Gift Plant, Tolerates Acidic Soil |
| Water Needs | High |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly to maintain wet or evenly moist soil - weekly or more. |
| Key Feature | Summer Flowering |
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Provide well-drained soil, rich in organic matter. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before spring growth. Blooms on old wood. Prune to shape after flowering to encourage new growth for next year's flowers.
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 7 - 9
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