HYDRANGEA paniculata 'Kyushu'

Commonly known as Hortensia

Long pointed panicles with star-like flowers, erect growing

HYDRANGEA paniculata 'Kyushu'

Gift Wrapping available on this plant - UK Delivery Only

£16.00 each

Collect only available from our nursery nr Redruth in Cornwall

Ready in 3 - 5 days

Normally 3 - 5 days

2 to 3 Litre

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Description
Mature Size
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Deciduous
Large, glossy, toothed, mid-green leaves.
White
Height
1.8m (6ft)
Spread
1.2m (4ft)
Medium shrub Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
Erect, medium-sized shrub. Produces long, pointed panicles to 20cm (8in) long
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)
Full sun
Requires a sheltered site
Partial shade
Harmful if eaten These will give you an upset tummy, so please don't eat any of these.
May cause skin allergy or irritant Having skin or eye contact with these plants could result in an allergic reaction, burning or rash.
Additional Features
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.
Burncoose Specialities
Hydrangeas
Flower Shape
Panicles
Star-shaped
Garden Location/Conditions
Suitable for small gardens
Hardiness
Fully hardy
Leaf margin
Serrate see photos above
Leaf shape
Ovate see photos above
Pruning group
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.

RHS group 1
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.

RHS group 5, 6 & 7
Seasonal Interest
Autumn
Summer
Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soil - humus-rich
Wildlife
Bee friendly
Rabbit Resistant