Starfield Hydrangea is a dwarf deciduous shrub with an upright rounded habit that blooms on both new and old wood and serrated deep green leaves. The color of the large mophead panicles of of double flowers with pointed petals depends on the soil PH - a bubblegum pin in alkaline soils, while acidic soils produce blue to mauve flowers and bloom from late spring into fall. The flowers attract pollinators. Best bloom in partial sun and rich, moist well-drained soils.
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Origins: |
East Asia |
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Height: |
2' - 3' |
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Spread: |
2' - 3’ |
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Spacing: |
3’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
5 - 9 |
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Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
Blue/Purple(acidic), Pink (alkaline) |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Medium Maintenance. Mulch soil to maintain moisture and overwinter. If pruning is needed do so after flowering. Slight susceptibility to bud blight, wilt, leaf spot, and mildew. Aphids are occasional problems.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Foundation Plantings, Hedges, Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Hibiscus, Itea, Azalea
IMAGES: Prides Corner, Hydrangea macrophylla Starfield™ ('Hortmafarfa')
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
