RedCrocus Nantucket Blue Hydrangea | Large Blue Clusters | Partial Sun | Container & Garden Plant | Butterfly & Pollinator Attractant 5 Gallon
RedCrocus Nantucket Blue Hydrangea | Large Blue Clusters | Partial Sun | Container & Garden Plant | Butterfly & Pollinator Attractant 5 Gallon
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Nantucket Blue' Bigleaf Hydrangea Hydrangea macrophylla 'Nantucket Blue'
Description
A deciduous broadleaf shrub noted for its vibrant blue clusters of flowers and lush green foliage. It boasts large, rounded flower heads that bloom from mid-summer to early fall, providing stunning focal points in gardens.
Suggested Uses
Ideal for foundation plantings, shrub borders, and mixed perennial beds. Its impressive blooms also make excellent cut flowers for floral arrangements.
Plant Details
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Botanical Name: Hydrangea macrophylla 'Nantucket Blue' -
Common Name: Nantucket Blue Hydrangea -
Size & Growth: Typically 3-4 feet tall and wide, with a rounded, bushy habit -
Hardiness Zones: 3-9 -
Foliage Type: Deciduous -
Bloom Time: Mid to late summer, June through September -
Growth Rate: Moderate -
Light Requirements: Partial shade to full sun (at least 4 hours of direct sunlight) -
Attracts Pollinators: Yes, bees and butterflies -
Indoor Friendly: No -
Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for containers with proper drainage -
Deer Resistant: Moderately resistant -
Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested -
Fragrant: Yes, lightly scented -
Cut Flower: Yes -
Grows Well With: Azaleas, ferns, hostas
Care Tips
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Planting Instructions: Choose well-drained, fertile soil; plant in spring or fall -
Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged -
Soil Type: Humus-rich, slightly acidic soil -
Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity -
Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and promote vigorous growth -
Winter Care: Protect root zone with mulch in colder zones -
Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery -
Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring and mid-summer -
Special Care: Mulch annually to retain moisture and suppress weeds
