hydrangea macrophylla cultivars
Hydrangea macrophylla cultivars are beloved across New Zealand for their dazzling array of colours and versatility in the garden. This popular group, also known as bigleaf hydrangeas, brings an effortless lushness to garden beds, borders, and containers with their bold blooms and appealing foliage. Their defining feature is the ability to produce dramatic mops or lacecaps of flowers, with shades that often change depending on soil pH. Whether you’re looking for pure white elegance or a burst of intense blue or pink, the diverse world of Hydrangea macrophylla cultivars offers something for every gardener, from classic cottage styles to contemporary landscapes.
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 berries. The combination of vivid blooms and glossy fruit creates outstanding seasonal interest from summer into autumn. Ideal for New Zealand gardens, this unique shrub adds bold colour, texture, and year round structure to sheltered borders and woodland style plantings.
From $30.29
Hydrangea 'Mrs Kumiko'
Hydrangea 'Mrs Kumiko' is a graceful deciduous shrub admired for its elegant flower heads and lush green foliage. Flowering generously through summer, this beautiful hydrangea creates a refined display of seasonal colour that brightens New Zealand gardens and outdoor spaces. Its compact growth habit and reliable flowering make it ideal for cottage gardens, borders, feature planting, and shaded landscapes. Hydrangea 'Mrs Kumiko' thrives in moist fertile conditions and provides softness, texture, and long lasting visual appeal in both traditional and contemporary garden designs.
From $27.95
