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    HYDRANGEA serrata 'Grayswood'
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    HYDRANGEA serrata 'Grayswood'

    Commonly known as Hortensia

    AWARD
    Blue centre and outer florets deep crimson
     
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    • 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
      Korea, Japan
    • Hydrangeas
    • Deciduous
      Narrowly ovate, pointed, mid-green leaves to 15cm (6in) long.
    • Blue
      Blue centre, outer florets deep crimson as they age.
    • Lacecap
    • Border
      Suitable for a shrub or mixed border
    • Fully hardy
    • Serrate
    • Ovate
    • Height
      2m (6½ft)
    • Spread
      2m (6½ft)
    • Medium shrub
      Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
      Vigorous, compact shrub. Flattened flowerheads 5-10cm (2-4in) across.
    • Pruning group 3
      Suitable for: Deciduous shrubs that flower in the Summer or Autumn on previous year's growth, or deciduous shrubs that flower in late Winter-Spring on previous year's growth.
      Pruning: Trim off old flowers to the first bud beneath flower head. Cut back 1/3 of the oldest stems to promote replacement growth.
      When: Annually

    • 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
    • Summer Seasonal Interest
    • Fertile moist well-drained soil
      Humus-rich
    • Full sun
      Shelter from cold winds
    • Partial shade
    • harmful if eaten
      Pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, notably dogs and cats
    • may cause skin allergy
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    • Rabbit Resistant
    • Mature Size
      2m (6½ft)
      		 Medium Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
        2m (6½ft)
      		  
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    We recommend the use of Hydrangea blueing agent for all blue varieties. Due to the difficulties of growing blue Hydrangeas in pots, the first flush of flowers may flower pink. Please see below our article on Hydrangea care for full information.

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