Hydrangea 'Leuchtfeuer'

Name: Hydrangea 'Leuchtfeuer'
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 13666g
Price: 29.73 NZD
Availability: InStock
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Hydrangea 'Leuchtfeuer'—meaning “beacon” in German—is a vibrant mophead variety celebrated for its brilliant red blooms and upright, vigorous growth. Flowering reliably from early to late summer, this striking hydrangea adds a bold splash of colour to borders, cottage gardens, and containers. It thrives in part-shade with moist, well-drained soil and performs well throughout New Zealand. ‘Leuchtfeuer’ is perfect for gardeners seeking strong colour impact and classic form in an easy-care shrub.

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

Hydrangea Leuchtfeuer 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 Leuchtfeuer an excellent choice for a NZ garden.

What does the Leuchtfeuer Hydrangea need to grow well?

The Leuchtfeuer 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.