Hydrangea serr. 'Veerle' - 30-40 CM C4

Description
The Saw-toothed hydrangea 'Veerle' (Hydrangea serrata) is a compact small shrub that produces light blue flowers arranged in umbels. They appear from July to October. The Saw-toothed hydrangea 'Veerle' also has lanceolate, medium green leaves. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 1 metre and grows to a width of approx. 1 metre.

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Saw-toothed hydrangea 'Veerle' are medium green, lanceolate.

Frost hardiness
The Saw-toothed hydrangea 'Veerle' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Saw-toothed hydrangea 'Veerle' is a compact growing small shrub. It usually reaches a height of 0.5 - 1 m and is approx. 0.5 - 1 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
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).

Tasks
- Fertilise: Monthly from April to August.

Care
- Old inflorescences and dry wood are removed in spring. - This plant should only be watered with lime-free water. Rainwater is particularly suitable for this purpose.

Flower
The light blue flowers of the Saw-toothed hydrangea 'Veerle' appear in umbels from July to October.

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