HYDRANGEA paniculata 'Kyushu'
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HYDRANGEA paniculata 'Kyushu'
Commonly known as Hortensia
Long pointed panicles with star-like flowers, erect growing
£17.50 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
Cut back previous season's growth to within a few buds of the woody framework in spring to produce larger flowerheads. -
Pests & Diseases
Red spider mites, scale insects, vine weevils, capsid bugs, grey mould(Botrytis), hydrangea virus, powdery mildew, leaf spot, honey fungus. -
Place of origin
Japan (Kyushu Island). Collected as a wild seedling by Collingwood Ingram in 1926. -
Hydrangeas
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DeciduousLarge, glossy, toothed, mid-green leaves.
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White
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Panicles
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Star-shaped
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BorderSuitable for a shrub border
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Suitable for small gardens
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Fully hardy
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Serrate
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Ovate
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Height
1.8m (6ft) -
Spread
1.2m (4ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightErect, medium-sized shrub. Produces long, pointed panicles to 20cm (8in) long
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Pruning group 4
Suitable for: Deciduous trees and shrubs that flower on current year's growth or are grown for winter stem effect.
Pruning: Hard prune to a low permanent framework.
When: Annually in early Spring.
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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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harmful if eaten
Pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, notably dogs and cats -
may cause skin allergy
People
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Bee friendly
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size1.8m (6ft)
1.2m (4ft)
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