42.14929581, -87.78839111

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Mophead Hydrangea

Hydrangea macrophylla is a deciduous shrub that grows 3-6’ tall and wide. It features dark green leaves and large clusters of flowers which are either lace cap or mophead in structure. Now available after being ignored for many years, ‘Nigra’ is an unusually large shrub that can reach 6’ tall. It features purplish black branches and pale pink or light blue mophead flowers which appear from May through August.

Soil:
Moderate
Plant Shape:
Round
Exposure:
Partial Shade
Bloom Time:
May - June
July - August
Bloom Color:
Pink
Blue
Landscape Use:
Screen/Hedge
Bedding or Border
Specimen Plant
Plant Type:
Shrub
Hardiness Zone:
6 - 9