Hydrangea arbor. 'Standup Pink' - P9

Description
The Sevenbark (Hydrangea arborescens) is a shrub that produces creamy white, ball-shaped flowers. They appear from July to September. The Sevenbark also has egg-shaped, medium green leaves. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained, humus-rich, acidic soil, it usually reaches a height of around 3 metres and grows to a width of around 2 metres.

Bulletpoints
* Attractive yellow autumn colouring

leaves
The deciduous leaves of Sevenbark are medium green, egg-shaped. Sevenbark turns bright yellow in autumn.

Spread
North America.

Frost hardiness
The Sevenbark has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Sevenbark is a shrub. It usually reaches a height of 2 - 3 m and is approx. 1 - 2 m wide.

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 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 creamy white, ball-shaped flowers appear from July to September.

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