HYDRANGEA paniculata 'Early Sensation'

Commonly known as Hortensia

(syn. 'Bulk') - large conical white panicles ageing to reddish-pink

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Hydrangeas - Care Guide

£17.50 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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Deciduous
Shades of pink - All shades of pink through to Carmine (red) - ageing to reddish pink
White - starting white
Height - 60-80cm (24-32in)
Spread - 60-80cm (24-32in)
Medium shrub - Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height - produces large inflorescences of sterile and fertile flowers
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
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 - - early, long flowering hydrangea. Wildlife plant - insects
Pests & Diseases - aphids, red spider mites, scale insects, vine weevils, capsid bugs, grey mould (Botrytis), hydrangea virus, powdery mildew, leaf spot, honey fungus
Place of origin - Netherlands. 1991. Rein Bulk. Chance seedling
Flower Shape - Panicles -
Hardiness - Fully hardy -
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