Akadama Hydrangea is a deciduous shrub with glossy serrated deep green leaves that turns burgundy in fall and cool springs. The lacecap flowers open dark pink and deepen in color as they age to near red, and bloom for two months from late spring into summer. The flowers attract butterflies, Best bloom in partial sun and rich, moist well-drained soils.
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Origins: |
East Asia |
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Height: |
4' - 5' |
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Spread: |
4' - 5’ |
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Spacing: |
4’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
4 - 9 |
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Bloom Color |
Pink |
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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: Itea, Dogwood, Hosta
IMAGE: Photos by Star Roses and Plants, Akadama® Hydrangea
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
