The Original
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Bailmer'
In growth
JFMAMJJASOND
In bloom
JFMAMJJASOND
Planting Guide
| Spacing | 3'-5 / 3-5' |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown level with soil |
| Chilling hours | 800 |
| Life expectancy | 20+ years |
| Growth rate | Fast |
| Planted | 2022 |
| Bed | Boo Boo's Garden |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Partial Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | High |
| Soil type | Rich, well-draining |
| Soil pH | 5.0-7.0 |
| Zones | 4-9 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Shrub |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Ovate (Egg-shaped) |
| Foliage colour | Medium green |
| Bloom | Blue or pink depending on soil pH |
| Fruit | Capsule |
| Evergreen | Deciduous |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Mixed Fine & Coarse |
| Function | Mixed Orders |
| Propagation | Softwood cuttings |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
|---|---|
| Deer | Not Resistant |
| Toxicity | Toxic to Dogs/Cats |
| Edibility | Inedible |
Where it came from
| Grower | Endless Summer |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Maintain consistent moisture, especially in high summer heat.
Maintenance
Prune lightly in spring only to remove dead wood.
Cleanup
Late Fall
Notes
Blooms on both old and new wood.