Hydrangea, Color Blue, Garden Plant, Blue Hydrangea - Ø14cm - ↕35cm | ↕35 cm | Ø14 cm

Hydrangea Blue, also known as The Hortensia, is a beautiful addition to any garden known for its large, striking flowers and compact growth habit. This hydrangea is ideal for shady spots and can be well combined with other shade plants. The flowers attract butterflies and other pollinators, contributing to the biodiversity in the garden.

Some characteristics and care tips for the Hortensia are;
Flowers:

Color: Blue, depending on the acidity of the soil (in acidic soil, the flowers turn blue; in neutral to slightly alkaline soil, they turn pink).
Shape: Round flower clusters (mophead hydrangea), consisting of large, sterile flowers.
Scent: Generally scentless.
Blooming period: From June to September.
Leaves:

Color: Dark green.
Shape: Oval to elliptical with a serrated edge.
Texture: Smooth and glossy.
Growth habit:

Height: Can grow 1 to 1.5 meters tall.
Width: Spreads out to about 1 meter wide.
Shape: Shrub-like with a round, compact growth.

Light: Prefers partial shade to full shade. Can be in the sun if the soil is kept moist enough.
Soil: Prefers well-draining, humus-rich, and moist soil. Likes slightly acidic soil but can also grow in neutral to slightly alkaline soil.
Protection: Hardy, but younger plants may need some protection from late frost.

Water: Water regularly, especially during dry periods. Ensure that the soil remains moist but not soggy.
Pruning: Prune in early spring to remove old flowers and maintain shape. Prune carefully to avoid damaging new flower buds, as the flowers form on old wood.