A classic German mophead renowned for its intense gentian-blue heads on acid soil. One of the most reliably deep-blue cultivars for cool gardens.
At a glance
- Plant type: Shrub
- Mature size: 1.3 m H × 1.3 m W
- Aspect: part shade or morning sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: moderate maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Renate Steiniger Hydrangea
Botanically, Hydrangea macrophylla 'Renate Steiniger' is a moderate-growing shrub in the Hydrangeaceae family. It reaches around 1.3 m tall and 1.3 m wide at maturity, with deciduous foliage. Blue and purple flowers appear in summer.
Where to grow Renate Steiniger Hydrangea
Renate Steiniger Hydrangea suits cool-temperate and warm-temperate climates and grows best in part shade or morning sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Renate Steiniger Hydrangea does best in free-draining and acidic soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Renate Steiniger Hydrangea is regular, moderate watering. A feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser keeps growth strong. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Prune Renate Steiniger Hydrangea after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it is moderate maintenance.
Using Renate Steiniger Hydrangea in the garden
Renate Steiniger Hydrangea earns its place for a feature or specimen planting, cut flowers for the vase and pots and courtyard containers. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Renate Steiniger Hydrangea with other plants that enjoy the same regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate. Repeat it through a border to tie the planting together and give a sense of rhythm.
Good to know
Note that it is toxic to cats and dogs, so site it away from pets that chew.
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