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Eclipse' Bigleaf Hydrangea 7 Gallon

Eclipse' Bigleaf Hydrangea 7 Gallon

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Hydrangea macrophylla 'Eclipse'

Description

The Hydrangea macrophylla 'Eclipse', commonly known as 'Eclipse' Bigleaf Hydrangea, is a stunning ornamental shrub known for its large, vibrant blooms and lush foliage. This cultivar is particularly noted for its ability to change bloom color based on soil pH, offering a dynamic display of pink, blue, or purple flowers. Its rounded form and dense growth make it a popular choice for garden borders and decorative hedges.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for use in mixed borders, foundation plantings, and as a specimen plant. Its colorful blooms make it a favorite for cut flower arrangements. Suitable for container gardening and can be grown indoors with adequate light.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Hydrangea macrophylla 'Eclipse'
  • Common Name Common Name: 'Eclipse' Bigleaf Hydrangea
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 3-6 feet tall and wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 6-9
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Summer to early fall
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Partial shade to full sun
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: Yes, with adequate light
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: No
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Ferns, Hostas, and other shade-loving plants

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall, ensuring the crown is at soil level
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Well-drained, rich in organic matter
  • Humidity Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead wood
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch base to protect roots in colder climates
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as the nursery pot
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Adjust soil pH to influence bloom color; acidic for blue, alkaline for pink
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