Hydrangea villosa - 50-60 CM C7.5

Description
The Hydrangea (Hydrangea villosa) is an upright, loose shrub that produces lilac-coloured flowers with a pleasant fragrance. They appear from July to August. The Hydrangea also has lanceolate, dark green leaves. In a semi-shady to shady location with well-drained soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 2 metres and grows to a width of approx. 2 metres.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Hydrangea aspera var. aspera.

Bulletpoints
* fragrant flowers

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Hydrangea are dark green, lanceolate.

Spread
East Asia.

Frost hardiness
The Hydrangea has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Hydrangea is an upright and loose-growing shrub. It usually reaches a height of 1.5 - 2 m and is approx. 1.5 - 2 m wide.

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

Location
Preferred location in semi-shady to 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).

Care
If watered less frequently but thoroughly and thoroughly, the plant roots are encouraged to penetrate into deeper soil layers. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

Flower
The lilac-coloured flowers appear from July to August. They grow to about 10 - 30 cm and are pleasantly fragrant.

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