For anyone who loves a classic, abundant garden, this gift feels like a big, warm hug. Our Hydrangea brings generous colour and old fashioned charm that never goes out of style. We have a number of varieties of Hydrangeas that will flower at different times. When we dispatch your order we will select the variety that is ready to flower.
Lime soils will provide the lovely pink colours or apply aluminium sulphate for blue flowering. White hydrangeas remain white, whatever the soil type. Give it once and they can enjoy fresh blooms for the vase year after year.
- Part shade
- Frost hardy
- Pot friendly
- Toxic to pets
- Boxed nationwideCouriered anywhere in NZ
- Your messageOn a printed gift card
- 100% NZ ownedOwned, operated and grown here
Why It's A Great Gift
Lush, full flower heads in shades of blue, pink and purple
The Hydrangea is a classic garden favourite, with large, rounded flower heads in shades of blue, pink, purple or white, set against bold, lush green leaves. It flowers through summer into autumn, and many blooms slowly age to rich, antique tones as the season ends.
It brightens a partly shaded garden bed, path or patio pot, and its blooms make beautiful cut flowers for the home. A generous gift for Mother’s Day, a new home or anyone who loves an abundant, old fashioned garden.
Care at a glance
Generous blooms, easy care
Morning sun, afternoon shade and plenty of water help this hydrangea thrive. Here is what it needs.
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Light
Part shade
Choose a spot with gentle morning sun and shade from hot afternoon sun, which can scorch the leaves and flowers.
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Water
Keep evenly moist
Water deeply once or twice a week in warm weather, and never let it dry out in summer. Avoid waterlogged soil.
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Climate
Frost hardy
It loses its leaves in winter and is well suited to New Zealand’s temperate gardens. Protect it from strong winds that can snap stems.
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Soil
Free-draining
Dig in plenty of compost before planting and mulch each year to keep the roots cool and moist.
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Size
Around 1 - 2m tall
Forms a rounded, bushy shrub about as wide as it is tall. Allow around 1m between plants.
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Pets
Toxic to pets
Hydrangeas are toxic to cats and dogs. Chewing the leaves, buds or flowers can cause vomiting and diarrhoea, so keep pets from chewing the plant.
Hydrangea macrophylla, the bigleaf hydrangea, named from the Greek for ‘water vessel’.
Origins
The bigleaf hydrangea comes from the coastal regions of Japan. Its name comes from the Greek words for water and vessel, after the shape of its seed capsules, while macrophylla means ‘large-leaved’. It is also known as the hortensia.
Its flowers are a natural soil indicator. In acidic soils with available aluminium they turn blue, while in limey or alkaline soils they turn pink. You can shift the colour over time with aluminium sulphate for blue or garden lime for pink. White hydrangeas stay white.
Questions
Something else? Get in touch, we're happy to help.
Is a Hydrangea easy to care for?
Yes! Hydrangeas are considered moderate care and are well suited to your everyday home gardens. With regular watering and suitable sunlight, they grow well and produce colorful blooms.
How much light does a Hydrangea need?
Hydrangeas grow best getting the morning sun with afternoon shade. Too much direct afternoon sun can scorch the leaves, but too little may reduce flowering. A sheltered spot with partial sun is ideal.
How often should I water a Hydrangea?
Hydrangeas prefer consistently moist soil, especially during the growing season. They can wilt quickly in hot weather, so regular watering is important during summer. Avoid letting the soil dry out completely.
Does a Hydrangea need warmth/humidity?
Hydrangeas benefit from a sheltered growing position. They do not require high humidity but appreciate consistent moisture and protection from hot afternoon direct sunlight.
Is a Hydrangea safe for pets?
Hydrangeas are toxic to cats and dogs if they try and eat the leaves. If your pet enjoys chewing on your plants, keep out of reach.
What people say
5.0 from 2 reviews
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Bought this for my mum's birthday, the presentation was lovely with the card and box. Will definitely shop here again.
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Ordered this to send my condolences to a colleague. The card and packaging made it feel really personal and well thought out.
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Delivery times
North Island
We aim to deliver orders received by 10am (Monday to Friday) to main North Island centres the next working day. Add 1-2 days for rural deliveries and outlying towns, as the courier may not deliver daily.
South Island
Deliveries to South Island main centres take 2-3 working days if received before 10am, plus 1-2 days for rural deliveries and outlying towns, as the courier may not deliver daily.
General
We are also unable to arrange delivery on weekends.
We will do our best to deliver on days specified, but unfortunately we cannot guarantee.
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