Hydrangea 'Mathilda Gutges'

What are the garden uses for Hydrangea Mathilda Gutges in NZ?

Hydrangea Mathilda Gutges 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 Mathilda Gutges an excellent choice for a NZ garden.

How do you care for a Mathilda Gutges Hydrangea

Caring for the Hydrangea Mathilda Gutges 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 Mathilda Gutges 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.

Can the Mathilda Gutges Hydrangea be planted outside?

Yes, Hydrangea Mathilda Gutges can be planted outside in NZ. The only words of caution would be for a plant purchased in winter that still has lush foliage and it is then planted out into frosty conditions. Such plants will have been raised in a greenhouse or in a warm climate and need to be properly hardened off before being planted. Hardening off refers to a gradual exposure to cooler temperatures. Such plants are likely to fail if not hardened off.

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What height and size does Hydrangea Mathilda Gutges grow to?

Hydrangea Mathilda Gutges grows to about 1.2 metres in height with a similar spread. The ultimate size is determined by how much the plants are trimmed, how hard they are pruned in winter, how much care they receive, and how warm the climate is. In warmer climates such as Northland and Auckland the plants will tend to be larger than those grown in Southland.

When is the bloom time for Hydrangea Mathilda Gutges?

Mathilda Gutges flowers during summer and into autumn. The large, blue flower heads are magnificent and are complemented wonderfully with the lush, green foliage.

How to prune Hydrangea Mathilda Gutges

Hydrangea Mathilda Gutges is pruned each winter to contain growth and encourage fresh, new growth that will bear flowers. The Plant Company recommends they are pruned back to a low crown which has short stems (about 10 cm long) with at least two buds on each stem remaining. Any dead stems should also be removed at this time, along with stems that are criss-crossing or show disease. Young plants will generally be left with five stems whereas older plants can have 10-20 stems remaining. These can be thinned back to 15 if desired which will help produce bigger flower heads. Longer stems can be left on younger plants while they are establishing. In general, the harder the plant is pruned back, the more contained it will grow the next season. Flowering can be affected with hard pruning but that is more likely to cause delayed flowering only. A mistake often made with pruning Hydrangea Mathilda Gutges is to not prune the plants hard enough. This error results in a woodier plant and a much larger plant that can be difficult to contain.

Can You Grow The Mathilda Gutges Hydrangea In Pots?

The Mathilda Gutges Hydrangea looks amazing when grown in a pot. Its smallish size and prolific flowering makes it a fabulous specimen. Choose a that is at least 50 cm all and wide and be sure to fill it with potting media and use fertiliser tablets so it flourishes. Trim the plant right back during winter so it comes away lush and flowers more prolifically.