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Hydrangea aspera

Hydrangea aspera, also known as Rough Leaf Hydrangea, is a deciduous shrub admired for its large, lacecap flower heads featuring pink outer florets and a center of blue florets. Blooming from summer through autumn, these striking flowers sit above dark green foliage, adding elegance to any garden. Reaching approximately 1.2 metres in height and width, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and is tolerant of frost, coastal conditions, and humid climates. Ideal for mixed plantings, containers, cottage gardens, or as a feature around outdoor living areas, Hydrangea aspera brings year-round interest to New Zealand gardens.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:1.20 m
Spread:1.20 m
Flowering time:Summer, Autumn
Tolerances:Hardy
Garden uses:Containers, Living areas
Garden styles:Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Cottage, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsSome
Growth rateMedium
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What are the garden uses for Hydrangea Aspera in NZ?

Hydrangea Aspera is a much-loved shrub in NZ gardens. It is most commonly grown as specimen, used as an informal hedge, added to a mixed planting, or planted as a backdrop for smaller plants. It is a great complement to a modern or cottage garden, bringing both colour and elegance to a space. It is the gorgeous foliage and beautiful flowers of this plant that makes Hydrangea Aspera an excellent choice for a NZ garden.

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What does Hydrangea Aspera need to grow well?

Hydrangea Aspera grows best when positioned in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained soil that is slightly acidic. It is tolerant of frost, cool climates, coastal environments, and humid climates. Wind protection is important to ensure branches are not snapped and this will also result in a better formed plant that will flower more prolifically.

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