Hydrangea arbor. 'Magical Dark Pink' - 30-40 CM C3

Description
The Ballhortensie 'Magical® Dark Pink' (Hydrangea arborescens) is an upright shrub that produces dark pink, ball-shaped flowers. They appear from June to July. With the right care, the Ballhortensie 'Magical® Dark Pink' will flower again in September. The Ballhortensie 'Magical® Dark Pink' also has egg-shaped, medium green leaves.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Hydrangea arborescens 'Bokodapi'.

Bulletpoints
* Attractive yellow autumn colouring

leaves
The deciduous leaves of Ballhortensie 'Magical® Dark Pink' are medium green, egg-shaped. Ballhortensie 'Magical® Dark Pink' turns bright yellow in autumn.

Spread
North America.

Frost hardiness
The Ballhortensie 'Magical® Dark Pink' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Ballhortensie 'Magical® Dark Pink' is upright in structure.

Water
The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Hydrangea arborescens 'Magical® Dark Pink' thrives on all acidic, humus-rich and sufficiently moist soils.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Tasks
- Fertilise: Monthly from April to August.

Care
Prune back vigorously in winter so that the plant grows bushy and produces even more flowers in the coming season.

Flower
The dark pink, ball-shaped flowers appear from June to July. These grow to around 15 - 20 cm tall. With proper care, re-flowering in September.

Use
Cottage garden, balcony/patio, specimen, ornamental shrub