Cherry Explosion Bigleaf
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Cherry Explosion'
In growth
JFMAMJJASOND
In bloom
JFMAMJJASOND
Planting Guide
| Spacing | 4 ft apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 20+ years |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Planted | 2023 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Partial Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Rich, well-draining, moist |
| Soil pH | 5.0-6.5 |
| Zones | 4-9 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Shrub |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Ovate (Egg-shaped) |
| Foliage colour | Dark Green |
| Bloom | Cherry red/Pink (acidic makes it purple) |
| Fruit | Capsule |
| Evergreen | Deciduous |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Mixed Fine & Coarse |
| Function | Mixed Orders |
| Propagation | Softwood cuttings |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Bees |
|---|---|
| Deer | Not Resistant |
| Toxicity | Toxic to Dogs/Cats |
| Edibility | Inedible |
| Companions | Hosta, Astilbe, Coral Bells |
Where it came from
| Grower | Northern Grown |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Prune in late summer after bloom to control size and form
Maintenance
Blooms on old wood; avoid late winter pruning.
Cleanup
Late Fall cleanup. Provide winter protection in cold zones.
Notes
Lacecap variety, deep red flowers.