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Bigleaf hydrangea

Hydrangea macrophylla

Border plantingShade

Flowers for weeksTakes shade

Bigleaf hydrangea
The picture illustrates the species and is generated from its botanical name, not photographed in a particular garden.

What it needs, what it becomes

TypeShrubs
FamilyHydrangeaceae
Size when mature1.2 m tall, 1.2 m across
LightPart sun, Shade
MoistureMoist, Medium
Soilloam, clay
Soil pH4.5 to 6.5
Hardy to-20 degrees
FlowersJune to August
For pollinatorsSome
WaterHigh water
UpkeepSome
Growthcat.growth.moderate
In EuropeIntroduced
Spreading riskNone known
If eatenPeople: Can cause illness · Dogs: Can cause illness · Cats: Can cause illness

Safety

Reviewed and approved for Poland by a qualified gardener with thirty years of practice, 2026-09-22.

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