Hydrangea macrophylla Care Tips
Sun & Light
Bright Indirect Sunlight
Watering
Regular Watering
Temperature
15 – 27°C
Toxicity
Toxic
About Hydrangea macrophylla
Hydrangeas are popular flowers in many cultures and have developed a lot of meanings and symbolism. This makes hydrangeas an excellent gift for several occasions, especially if you want to convey a specific message. Different colors of hydrangeas can represent different meanings. Hydrangea macrophylla for sale Egypt, Bigleaf Hydrangea for sale Egypt.
Purple hydrangeas can symbolize sympathy, so they make perfect gifts if someone is facing a difficult period in their life. Blue hydrangeas are associated with sincere apologies, so can be used as a conciliatory gift. Green hydrangeas are a beautiful symbol of friendship, so make a great birthday gift if you’re close to someone.
The different colors Hydrangea macrophylla blossoms display are directly related to the levels of acidity in the soil.
To bloom in a vibrant to soft baby blue, the hydrangea needs acidic soil with a pH level below 5.5. For purple hydrangeas, the ideal pH level has to be anywhere from 5.5. to 6.5. Hydrangeas that are grown in soil with pH levels above 7 bloom in pink and even red. Grounds with different levels of acidity nearby can lead to beautiful color washes even within the same flowerheads. Bigleaf Hydrangea, French Hydrangea, Hortensia, Lacecap Hydrangea, Mophead Hydrangea, Snowball Plant, Hydrangea Macrophylla.
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Botanical Name
Hydrangea Macrophylla
Nicknames
Bigleaf Hydrangea, French Hydrangea, Hortensia, Lacecap Hydrangea, Mophead Hydrangea, Snowball Plant, Hydrangea Macrophylla.
Symbolism
Mature Height & Spread

Why We Love Hydrangea macrophylla
– One of the great things about growing hydrangeas is that there are a lot of varieties to choose from.
– Hydrangeas Are Excellent Ornamental Plants.
– Hydrangeas Are Pretty Easy to Grow.
– Hydrangeas Make Fantastic Cut Flowers.
– Hydrangea Flowers Can Be Dried.
– Some Hydrangeas Can Attract Pollinators to Your Garden.
– Hydrangeas Don’t Suffer From Many Pests.
– Hydrangeas Are Low-Maintenance Plants.
– Hydrangea Root May Alleviate Urinary Tract Issues.
– Hydrangea Supplements May Help Protect Your Liver and Kidneys.
– Hydrangeas Could Help Lower Blood Sugar Levels.
Hydrangea macrophylla Story
– There are over 75 species of hydrangeas, most of them native to Asia. The most widely known is the Hydrangea macrophylla also called bigleaf hydrangea.
Is Hydrangea macrophylla The Right Plant For Me?
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Garden Style | Asian Garden, Butterfly Garden, Children's Garden, Coastal Garden, Colorful Garden, Cottage Garden, Courtyard Garden, Cutting Garden, Mediterranean Garden, Pollinator Garden, Shade Garden, Summer Garden, Sunny Garden, Wildlife Garden, Woodland Garden |
Landscape Design Features | Accent, Foundation Planting, Hedge, Mass Planting, Ornamental Flowers, Ornamental Shrubs, Privacy Landscape, Screen Landscape |
Landscape Uses | Coastal, Container Planting, Flowerbed, Houseplants, Naturalized Area, Park, Patio, Walkways, Woodland |
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Value To Wildlife | Attractive Flowers, Bees-Attracting Plant, Butterflies-Attracting Plant, Pollinator-Friendly Plant |
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