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Hydrangea macrophylla Bluebells™

The bluest of blues!

Bluer than the bluest of blues, the rich, saturated color of this Hydrangea is unparalleled. Flowers show their first hint of color in May/June and continue through the summer with new blooms that open to refresh the old ones. Its commanding presence makes it ideal for the patio or in a bed along a garden path where it won’t be missed. Bluebells also makes an excellent gift plant, offering months of performance for someone special. Let’s just come out with it…this is one Hydrangea that’s nearly impossible to be without! Note: This variety must be treated with aluminum sulphate to attain the intense blue color.

Who Am I?

  • Common Name:
    Bluebells hydrangea
  • Botanical Name:
    Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Hortmabluebel’ PP30237
  • Type:
    Shrub

Cultural Details

TYPE

Shrub
  • Light:
    Part sun-prefers afternoon shade
  • Soil:
    Average garden soil
  • Moisture:
    Moist, but well-drained
  • Hardiness Zone
    5-9
  • Bloom Time:
    Summer on old and new wood
  • Bloom Color:
    Deep pink or blue
  • Size:
    4' tall by 4' wide
  • Diseases & Pests:
    None known

What Makes Me Special?

Bluer than the bluest of blues, the rich, saturated color of this hydrangea is unparalleled. A re-bloomer with great application in the garden as well as a gift plant and in containers.

Landscape Use

Garden paths, gift plants, borders, urban gardens, container plantings

Pruning

If you live in the North: Cut off any dead wood in late May, after the leaves have started to unfurl. If you live in the South: Should you see any dead wood, prune it back to live wood in early spring, after the leaves have started to unfurl.

Propagation

Cuttings

Who Am I?

  • Common Name:
    Bluebells hydrangea
  • Botanical Name:
    Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Hortmabluebel’ PP30237
  • Type:
    Shrub

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