Summer Crush
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Summer Crush'
In growth
JFMAMJJASOND
In bloom
JFMAMJJASOND
Planting Guide
| Spacing | 36 in |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 1000+ hours |
| Life expectancy | 20+ years |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Planted | 2022 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Partial Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Rich, well-draining |
| Soil pH | 5.5-6.5 |
| Zones | 4-9 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Shrub |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Ovate (Egg-shaped) |
| Foliage colour | Dark green |
| Bloom | Raspberry red or neon purple |
| Fruit | Capsule |
| Evergreen | Deciduous |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Mixed Fine & Coarse |
| Function | Mixed Orders |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Bees |
|---|---|
| Deer | Not Resistant |
| Toxicity | Toxic to Dogs/Cats |
| Edibility | Inedible |
Where it came from
| Grower | Endless Summer |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Late winter; early spring / fertilize in spring
Maintenance
Prune lightly after first bloom flush
Cleanup
Late Fall
Notes
Blooms on old and new wood. Wilt indicates need for water.