RedCrocus Nantucket Blue Bigleaf Hydrangea in Container- Vibrant Blue Blooms, Rich Green Foliage, Ideal for Gardens & Landscapes, Attracts Pollinators, Hardy Zones 5-9 7 Gallon

Name: RedCrocus Nantucket Blue Bigleaf Hydrangea in Container- Vibrant Blue Blooms, Rich Green Foliage, Ideal for Gardens & Landscapes, Attracts Pollinators, Hardy Zones 5-9 7 Gallon
Brand: RedCrocus
SKU: nsf5198-redcrocus
Price: 360.00 USD
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'Nantucket Blue' Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla 'Nantucket Blue')

Description

A deciduous shrub prized for its large, vibrant blue flower clusters and lush green foliage. It thrives in partial shade and well-drained soil, providing stunning blooms from summer to fall.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for gardens, shrub borders, and containers. Perfect as a focal point or hedge in shaded or partially shaded landscape areas.

Plant Details

Botanical Name: Hydrangea macrophylla 'Nantucket Blue'
Common Name: Nantucket Blue Bigleaf Hydrangea
Size & Growth: Typically reaches 3-4 feet in height and width, with a bushy, upright habit.
Hardiness Zones: 5-9
Foliage Type: Deciduous, dark green leaves
Bloom Time: Summer to early fall
Growth Rate: Moderate
Light Requirements: Partial shade to full sun (morning sun preferred)
Attracts Pollinators: Yes
Indoor Friendly: No
Container Friendly: Yes
Deer Resistant: Moderately
Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested
Fragrant: Yes
Cut Flower: Suitable for floristry
Grows Well With: Ferns, hostas, and shade-loving perennials

Care Tips

Planting Instructions: Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball. Space plants at least 3 feet apart.
Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Soil Type: Prefers rich, well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
Humidity: Tolerates average to high humidity.
Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth.
Winter Care: Mulch generously in colder zones to protect roots.
Planting Depth: Set the top of the root ball level with surrounding soil.
Fertilization: Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring.
Special Care: Protect from strong winds and late frosts for best blooms.