Hydrangea aspera 'Spinners' - P9

Description
The Rough-leaved hydrangea (Hydrangea aspera) is a shrub that produces purple flowers. They appear from July to August. The Rough-leaved hydrangea also has lanceolate, dark green leaves. In a semi-shady, wind-protected location with well-drained, humus-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of around 2 metres and grows to a width of around 2.5 metres.

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Rough-leaved hydrangea are dark green, lanceolate.

Spread
East Asia.

Frost hardiness
The Rough-leaved hydrangea has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Rough-leaved hydrangea is a shrub. It usually reaches a height of 1.5 - 2 m and is approx. 2 - 2.5 m wide.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in partial shade, sheltered from the wind.

Soil
Normal soil.

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

Care
Pruning is necessary approx. every three years (thinning out).

Flower
The purple flowers appear from July to August. These grow to about 15 - 30 cm in size.

Use
Cottage garden, balcony/patio, solitary planting, group planting, ornamental shrub