Hydrangea Holstein

Name: Hydrangea Holstein
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 11724g
Price: 29.73 NZD
Availability: InStock

Hydrangea Holstein features large and showy, sky-blue flower heads when grown in an acidic soil or salmon pink coloured heads when grown on an alkaline soil. These are borne through summer and autumn and are complemented with large and lush, green leaves as it grows to 1.5 m tall and the same wide. Hydrangea Holstein is a great variety for including in a mixed planting, planting around the base of larger trees, maintaining in a container, growing as an informal hedge, or for planting around outdoor living areas.

Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	1.50 m
Spread:	1.50 m
Flowering time:	Summer, Autumn
Tolerances:	Hardy
Garden uses:	Containers, Hedging, Living areas
Garden styles:	Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Cottage, Formal, Frontyard, Modern
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Some
Growth rate	Medium
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What are the garden uses for Hydrangea Holstein in NZ?

Hydrangea Holstein 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 Holstein an excellent choice for a NZ garden.

What does the Holstein Hydrangea need to grow well?

The Holstein Hydrangea 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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Hydrangea Holstein plant care

Hydrangea Holstein care is simply about getting a few easy things right so the plant thrives. they prefer a sheltered spot in either full sun or part shade. Only in very hot climates should full sun positions be avoided. A well-drained, fertile soil is crucial. Adding organic matter like compost into the soil during planting will help with soil fertility. They prefer a moist soil so consistent watering is essential, especially during dry periods but be careful to avoid overwatering as this can lead to root rot. Applying shrub fertiliser in spring will keep the Hydrangea Holstein plants well-fed for the year. Prune in late winter or early spring and continue to remove spent flowers to encourage further blooming. Applying mulch around the base of the plant helps retain moisture, regulate soil temperature, and suppress weeds. Monitor for pests like aphids and diseases like powdery mildew and treat as needed with appropriate measures.