HYDRANGEA paniculata 'Early Harry'
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HYDRANGEA paniculata 'Early Harry'
Commonly known as Hortensia
One of the earliest flowering paniculatas. Cream flowers ageing to pinkish-purple on red stems
£20.00 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
Pruning recommended in spring before buds begin to swell to ensure large flowers -
Pests & Diseases
Aphids, red spider mite, scale insects, vine weevil, capsid bugs, grey mould(Botrytis), hydrangea virus, powdery mildew, leaf spot, honey fungus -
Place of origin
Garden origin. 2017. Belgium. Harry van Trier, Oprins Plants -
Hydrangeas
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Deciduous
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Cream
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Purple
Shades of purple/mauve/lilac/violetPinkish purple -
Panicles
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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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Serrulate
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Ovate
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Height
80cm (32in) -
Spread
80cm (32in)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightUpright shrub. Produces pyramids of mainly tiny, fertile flowers interspersed with large infertile ones, set off by the coloured stems. Foliage has red and orange tints in autumn.
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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 Size80cm (32in)
80cm (32in)
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