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HYDRANGEA serrata 'Veerle'
Commonly known as Hortensia
Begins flowering in May and continues till September. Pink or blue lacecap depending on the soil with the colour intensifying to deep purple as the flower ages. Excellent autumn colour
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Good to know
Removing faded flowerheads in July promotes reflowering in autumn -
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
Garden origin -
Hydrangeas
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Deciduous
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Blue
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Shades of pink
All shades of pink through to Carmine (red) -
Lacecap
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BorderSuitable for a shrub border
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Patio / pot plants
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Suitable for small gardens
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Woodland garden
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Fully hardy
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Serrate
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Ovate
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Height
1.2m (4ft) -
Spread
1.2m (4ft) -
Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
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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
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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 soilModerately fertile. Humus-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
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size1.2m (4ft)
1.2m (4ft)
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