Hydrangea macrophylla 'Monmar' PP #25,209 ~ Monrovia® Blue Enchantress® Hydrangea
Monrovia® Blue Enchantress Hydrangea is a compact reblooming deciduous shrub with striking ruby-black stems sporting serrated dark green leaves. Its mophead flower panicles bloom from late spring throughout summer with color that depends on the soil PH - soft blue in acidic soils, and pink tones in alkaline soils- and age to a faded vintage cream with splash of green. The flowers attract butterflies and pollinators. Best bloom in partial sun and rich, moist well-drained soils. Read about the introduction to our new Hydrangea Collection and limited time promotion here. Type: Shrub Origins: East Asia Height: 3' - 5' Spread: 3' - 5’ Spacing: 4’ USDA Hardiness Zone: 4 - 9 Culture: Part Sun Bloom Color: Blue (acid), Pink (Alkane) Season of Interest: Spring, Summer MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Medium Maintenance. Mulch soil to maintain moisture and overwinter. If pruning is needed do so after flowering. Slight susceptibility to bud blight, wilt, leaf spot, and mildew. Aphids are occasional problems. LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Foundation Plantings, Hedges, Containers. COMPANION PLANTS: Deutzia, Dogwood, Hosta *As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.