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Eclipse Bigleaf Hydrangea-Showy Flowers-Perfect for Garden Beds 3 Gallon

Eclipse Bigleaf Hydrangea-Showy Flowers-Perfect for Garden Beds 3 Gallon

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Hydrangea macrophylla 'Eclipse' Information Page
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Hydrangea macrophylla 'Eclipse'

Description

The Hydrangea macrophylla 'Eclipse' is a stunning cultivar known for its vibrant blooms and lush foliage. This deciduous shrub is a favorite among gardeners for its ability to produce large, showy flowers that can range in color from deep blue to pink, depending on soil pH. The 'Eclipse' variety is particularly noted for its striking dark foliage, which provides a beautiful contrast to its colorful blooms.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for borders, hedges, and as a focal point in garden beds. It also works well in containers and can be used as a cut flower for arrangements.

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: 5-9
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Late spring to early autumn
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Partial shade to full sun
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • 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 Astilbes

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall, ensuring the root ball is level with the soil surface.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers rich, well-drained soil.
  • Humidity Humidity: Thrives in moderate to high humidity.
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead wood.
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch around the base to protect roots from freezing.
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Ensure the crown is at soil level.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring.
  • Special Care Special Care: Adjust soil pH to influence bloom color; acidic soils produce blue flowers, while alkaline soils result in pink blooms.
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