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burgundy hydrangea

If you’re searching for the rich beauty of the burgundy hydrangea, you’re in for a treat. This stunning shrub is prized for its dramatic foliage and vibrant blooms that shift to luscious shades of wine red and deep burgundy, especially in autumn. Burgundy hydrangeas are the perfect choice for gardeners wanting to add bold colour and texture to borders, mixed beds, or woodland gardens. With easy-care requirements and impressive seasonal interest, the burgundy hydrangea is an eye-catching addition to any New Zealand garden.

Leptospermum 'Burgundy Queen' double red flowers.

Leptospermum 'Burgundy Queen'

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Leptospermum 'Burgundy Queen' is a stunning evergreen shrub admired for its profusion of double burgundy red flowers that appear from spring through summer. Its fine foliage and upright habit make it an attractive feature in any NZ garden. Hardy and resilient, it tolerates a wide range of conditions, including coastal sites.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 2.50 m
Spread: 2.00 m
Flowering time: Spring, Winter
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native, Riparian
A Liquidambar 'Burgundy' specimen tree with dark red autumn foliage.

Liquidambar styraciflua 'Burgundy'

Liquidambar ‘Burgundy’ is a magnificent deciduous tree known for its rich, long lasting autumn foliage in deep burgundy to purple tones. Its star shaped green leaves provide fresh summer coverage before turning into a dramatic seasonal display.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Trees
Height: 15.00 m
Spread: 8.00 m
Garden uses: Parks, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Japanese, Mediterranean
Peperomia Burgundy indoor plant.
Peperomia Burgundy

Peperomia Burgundy is a popular and easy to grow indoor plant. It produces heart shaped leaves that are rippled and burgundy red colour. It typically...

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Camellia sasanqua 'Sparkling Burgundy'

Camellia sasanqua 'Sparkling Burgundy' is a striking evergreen shrub known for its deep burgundy new foliage and soft pink blooms that add rich...

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Callistemon 'Burgundy Jack' shrub with purple flowers.
Callistemon 'Burgundy Jack' (Bottlebrush)

Callistemon 'Burgundy Jack' is a striking bottlebrush renowned for its vivid burgundy red flower spikes and fine evergreen foliage. Blooming from...

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Acer 'Burgundy Lace' specimen tree with purple foliage.
Acer palmatum 'Burgundy Lace'

Acer palmatum 'Burgundy Lace' is a refined Japanese maple admired for its finely dissected deep burgundy foliage and graceful weeping form. This...

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Hydrangea paniculata 'Levana'

Hydrangea 'Levana' is a spectacular deciduous shrub admired for its enormous cone shaped flower heads and lush green foliage. Flowering abundantly...

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Hydrangea Princess Juliana young, cream coloured flowers.
Hydrangea 'Princess Juliana'

Hydrangea 'Princess Juliana' is a beautiful deciduous shrub admired for its large rounded flower heads and lush green foliage. Flowering generously...

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Hydrangea 'Geoffrey Chadbund'

Hydrangea 'Geoffrey Chadbund' is a beautiful deciduous shrub admired for its large rounded flower heads and lush green foliage. Flowering through...

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A purple-blue Hydrangea 'Renate Steiniger' flower.
Hydrangea 'Renate Steiniger'

Hydrangea 'Renate Steiniger' is a stunning deciduous shrub admired for its vibrant rounded flower heads and lush green foliage. Flowering abundantly...

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Hydrangea macrophylla 'Leuchtfeuer' pink and cream-coloured flowers.
Hydrangea 'Leuchtfeuer'

Hydrangea 'Leuchtfeuer' is a vibrant mophead hydrangea celebrated for its large rounded blooms in intense deep red to crimson tones. This striking...

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Hydrangea 'Mrs Kumiko'

Hydrangea 'Mrs Kumiko' is a graceful deciduous shrub admired for its elegant flower heads and lush green foliage. Flowering generously through...

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Hydrangea paniculata 'Kyushu' shrub with masses of white flowers.
Hydrangea 'Kyushu'

Hydrangea 'Kyushu' is a graceful deciduous shrub admired for its elegant white lacecap flowers and lush green foliage. Flowering through summer, this...

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Hydrangea 'Masja'

Hydrangea 'Masja' is a compact deciduous shrub admired for its vibrant rounded flower heads and lush dark green foliage. Flowering abundantly through...

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Gorgeous Hydrangea macrophylla 'Ayesha' pink flowers.
Hydrangea 'Ayesha'

Hydrangea 'Ayesha' is a distinctive variety prized for its lilac-like flower clusters and subtle fragrance. The waxy, spoon-shaped petals and glossy...

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Purple flowers on Burgundy Iceberg Rose.
Rose 'Burgundy Iceberg'

The 'Burgundy Iceberg' Rose is a striking floribunda rose renowned for its rich burgundy purple blooms, repeat flowering, and exceptional garden...

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A Hydrangea 'Strawberries and Cream' red and cream flower.
Hydrangea 'Strawberries and Cream'

Hydrangea 'Strawberries and Cream' is a stunning deciduous shrub admired for its beautiful flower heads featuring soft pink and creamy white tones...

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Dichroa Blue Stars (Evergreen Hydrangea)

Dichroa 'Blue Stars' is a striking evergreen shrub admired for its clusters of intense blue star shaped flowers followed by brilliant metallic blue...

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Hydrangea quercifolia 'Burgundy' foliage with a white flower head.
Hydrangea quercifolia 'Burgundy'

Hydrangea quercifolia 'Burgundy' is a striking oak leaf hydrangea admired for its cone shaped white flowers and outstanding deep burgundy autumn...

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Hydrangea paniculata 'Limelight' shrubs with lime-green flowers and lush, green foliage.
Hydrangea 'Limelight'

The 'Limelight' Hydrangea is a showstopping variety celebrated for its large, conical lime-green flower heads that gradually soften to cream, blush...

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Hydrangea quercifolia shrub with green foliage and white flowers.
Hydrangea quercifolia

Hydrangea quercifolia (Oakleaf Hydrangea) is a striking deciduous shrub admired for its large oak shaped leaves, elegant cone shaped flowers, and...

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Syzygium 'Burgundy Glow'

Syzygium 'Burgundy Glow' is a stunning evergreen shrub admired for its glossy foliage and vibrant burgundy red new growth. This attractive lilly...

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Loropetalum Burgundy with lush, purple foliage in a garden.
Loropetalum 'Burgundy'

Loropetalum 'Burgundy', commonly known as the Fringe Flower, produces fragrant, pink flowers through winter and spring, which are unusual yet very...

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Arctotis 'Burgundy' plants with grey foliage and purple flowers.
Arctotis 'Burgundy' (African Daisy)

Arctotis 'Burgundy' is a striking low growing perennial known for its rich burgundy red daisy like flowers and attractive silver green foliage...

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Pseudowintera 'Burgundy Delight' purple foliage.
Pseudowintera 'Burgundy Delight'

Pseudowintera 'Burgundy Delight' is a NZ native shrub that features striking foliage. The leaves are light green-yellow with red overtones in spring...

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Eucomis 'Sparkling Burgundy' plant with a pink flower.
Eucomis 'Sparkling Burgundy'

Eucomis Sparkling Burgundy is a striking bulbous perennial known for its deep burgundy foliage and tall spikes of star shaped flowers. It performs...

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A colourful Cordyline 'Design-a-line-burgundy' plant in a garden.
Cordyline Design-a-Line Burgundy

Cordyline 'Design-a-Line Burgundy' is an ornamental variety of Cabbage Tree that features burgundy coloured, arching foliage. It grows as a mound to...

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Cordyline Burgundy Roma

Cordyline 'Burgundy Roma' is a striking evergreen plant admired for its rich burgundy foliage and strong upright growth habit. The glossy strap like...

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Cordyline 'Burgundy Spire' plants in garden with purple foliage.
Cordyline Burgundy Spire

Cordyline 'Burgundy Spire' is a striking evergreen plant admired for its deep burgundy foliage and tall slender form. The rich colour and strong...

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Ajuga 'Burgundy Lace' plant with colourful foliage and a blue flower.
Ajuga 'Burgundy Lace'

Ajuga 'Burgundy Lace' is a colourful evergreen groundcover valued for its richly patterned foliage in burgundy, cream, and green tones. This low...

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Agonis Burgundy

Agonis Burgundy, commonly known as Willow Myrtle, is an attractive, medium sized tree grown for its fine and colourful foliage. The burgundy and...

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Protea 'Burgundy Nipple' flowers.
Protea 'Burgundy Nipple'

Protea 'Burgundy Nipple' is a striking evergreen shrub known for its large, deep burgundy flower heads that create bold visual impact. This unique...

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Leptospermum 'Burgundy Queen'

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What is a Burgundy Hydrangea?

The term “burgundy hydrangea” typically refers to varieties with foliage or blooms that turn dark red, particularly as cooler weather arrives. One exceptional cultivar is Hydrangea quercifolia 'Burgundy', known for its oak-like leaves and intense autumn colour. Its white summer flowers gradually fade, but the true highlight is the foliage, which transforms into deep burgundy shades as the season progresses.

Benefits and Uses in the Garden

Burgundy hydrangeas are not only beautiful—they’re also versatile. Their striking colour offers contrast in mixed borders and pairs wonderfully with ornamental grasses or gold-leaved plants. They thrive in part shade and tolerate the cooler, moist conditions typical of New Zealand gardens. Whether used as a feature plant or as part of a layered planting scheme, burgundy hydrangeas add energy and sophistication to your outdoor space.

If you love unusual hydrangeas, you might also be interested in Hydrangea Merveille Sanguine, which boasts dark stems and intense red flowers. For those who prefer a lighter touch, Hydrangea quercifolia Snowflake offers double blooms and beautiful autumn colour. If lime-green flowers appeal, Hydrangea Limelight provides a striking yet harmonious alternative.

Planting and Care Tips

Burgundy hydrangeas prefer soil that’s rich and well-draining, with a layer of mulch to help retain moisture and suppress weeds. They’re suited to locations with morning sun and afternoon shade, ensuring leaf colour develops fully without scorching. Regular watering during dry spells will keep plants lush and encourage vibrant autumn colour. Pruning after flowering removes old wood and encourages new growth, maintaining the shrub’s shape and health.

Complement Your Garden Palette

Deep burgundy can be a focal point, but it’s also an excellent complement for other garden hues. Try combining burgundy hydrangeas with silvery foliage, soft blues, or creamy whites for a sophisticated palette. If you’re looking to expand your collection of burgundy-toned plants, Leptospermum 'Burgundy Queen' offers rich foliage and charming blooms that echo the drama of hydrangeas.

Start Your Burgundy Hydrangea Collection

Ready to transform your garden with burgundy hydrangea? Browse our collection of distinctive cultivars and discover the transformation that this striking shrub can offer. With bold foliage, easy care, and unmatched autumn colour, burgundy hydrangeas are the secret ingredient for a truly memorable landscape.

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