| Botanical Name: |
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Royal Purple' |
| Form: |
Deciduous woody shrub |
| Sun Exposure: |
Shade/Partial Shade/Full Sun |
| Height/Habit: |
3' - 5', round and bushy, dense and compact |
| Spread: |
6' - 8' + |
| Spacing: |
8' - 10' |
| Hardiness Zone: |
(5 with protection) 6 - 9 (-10 degrees F) |
| Foliage Type: |
Large, broad-ovate, mid green leaves grow 4" - 8" and 2/3's as wide |
| Flower Form: |
Small individual, 4 petaled flowers form large snowball-like inflorescence |
| Flower Color: |
Deep purple |
| Flowering Date: |
Summer |
| Planting Requirements: |
Set at the same level it is at in the container. Firm well and water thoroughly |
| Soil Requirements: |
Well drained, humus enriched |
| Growth Rate: |
Moderate once established, which takes approximately 4 - 6 weeks |
| Unique Characteristics: |
This variety has an excellent dense, compact growth habit which not only makes it suitable for small garden spaces, but gives it a full, dense look. The richly colored flowers are produced in great abundance for several weeks. They remain on the plant in an attractive dried state that provides fall and winter interest, or they can be cut for dried flower arrangements. In northern zones, the top growth may die down during the winter but it will quickly send up new growth the following spring. This is a wonderful shrub to use in naturalized setting, mixed borders or as an informal hedge. |
| Pruning: |
For aesthetics only and to remove any winter damage |
| Additional Information: |
Sets buds shortly after flowering for the following years display so should be pruned immediately after flowering in southern zones |
