Species bigleaf hydrangea
Bigleaf Hydrangea macrophylla 'Nigra' - Ball-shaped cluster of blue and purple or blue flowers gracing  green foliage

bigleaf hydrangea

Hydrangea macrophylla 'SMNHMP' LET'S DANCE BIG BAND

The Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla 'SMNHMP' LET'S DANCE BIG BAND) is a show-stopping shrub with large, rounded flower heads. Boasting big, vibrant blue and pink florets, the plant offers a dazzling display throughout the season. The narrow green leaves are serrated at their edges, standing out against the lush blooms. Requiring little maintenance, the hardy plant tolerates temperatures in the warm summer months and will thrive in sunny or partially shaded locations. Adaptable to various soil types, the Bigleaf Hydrangea adds a punch of texture and vibrant colours to any garden.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Seed Propagation,Greenwood Cuttings,Hardwood Cuttings,Stem Propagation,Cutting

Hardiness Zone:

6 - 9

Flowers:

Pink to blue Flowers In Summer

Sun:

Deep shade, Filtered shade, Part sun/part shade

Soil:

Acidic, Alkaline, Well-drained

Fruits:

green Fruits Ready In Summer

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

High

Maintenance:

Moderate

Care Level:

Medium

watering

To ensure your Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla 'SMNHMP' LET'S DANCE BIG BAND) stays healthy, it is recommended to water thoroughly once per week. Water until the soil is saturated and then allow the soil to dry out between waterings. In periods of drought or extreme heat, you may need to water your plants twice each week. Make sure to avoid overwatering and keep the soil slightly dry, as this plant does not enjoy being too wet.

sunlight

Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla 'SMNHMP' LET'S DANCE BIG BAND) grows best in partial shade, with 2-4 hours of direct sunlight per day. During the hottest part of the growing season (July to August), these plants can tolerate up to 6 hours of sunlight per day, but this should be reduced to no more than 3-4 hours in the cooler months. Make sure to provide adequate shade during the hottest parts of the day to prevent sunburn.

pruning

Bigleaf hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla 'SMNHMP' LET'S DANCE BIG BAND) should be pruned once in late winter or early spring. Pruning should be light, removing only dead, diseased, or otherwise damaged branches, as heavy pruning can reduce flowering. If needed, the shrub can be pruned shorter to control size, however, this should be done prior to flower bud formation in late spring. Be careful not to prune off the flower buds.

Season

Fall
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Starts Flowering

Bigleaf hydrangeas typically start flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Starts Flowering

Bigleaf hydrangeas typically start flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Harvest Fruit

The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Hydrangea macrophylla 'SMNHMP' LET'S DANCE BIG BAND, also known as bigleaf hydrangea, is usually in July or August.

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