A refined mountain hydrangea bearing delicate lacecap heads of blue to mauve-pink sepals over a central cluster of fertile florets. Compact, cold-hardy and good for smaller spaces.
At a glance
- Plant type: Shrub
- Mature size: 1.2 m H × 1.2 m W
- Aspect: part shade or morning sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Bluebird Mountain Hydrangea
Botanically, Hydrangea serrata 'Bluebird' is a moderate-growing shrub in the Hydrangeaceae family. It reaches around 1.2 m tall and 1.2 m wide at maturity, with deciduous and rich in autumn colour foliage. Blue and pink flowers appear in summer.
Where to grow Bluebird Mountain Hydrangea
Bluebird Mountain 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
Bluebird Mountain Hydrangea does best in free-draining and acidic soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Bluebird Mountain Hydrangea does best with regular, moderate watering. Refresh mulch and provide a modest balanced feed at the start of spring. Keep a newly planted specimen evenly watered through its first season; established plants can then follow the water needs above.
Pruning & care
Prune Bluebird Mountain Hydrangea after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Bluebird Mountain Hydrangea in the garden
Bluebird Mountain Hydrangea earns its place for a feature or specimen planting, cut flowers for the vase and feeding bees and pollinators.
Companion planting & design
Combine Bluebird Mountain Hydrangea with plants that share its preference for regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate. Use an odd-numbered group where space allows, or repeat it at intervals through a longer bed.
Good to know
Note that it is toxic to cats and dogs, so site it away from pets that chew.
Buying Bluebird Mountain Hydrangea
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