{"product_id":"bigleaf-hydrangea-seeds-hydrangea-macrophylla-blue-pink-or-lavender","title":"Bigleaf Hydrangea Seeds (Hydrangea macrophylla) – Blue, Pink or Lavender","description":"\u003cp\u003eBigleaf hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla) is a classic flowering shrub with dense, lush green foliage and large, rounded flower heads. Its flowers are famous for changing colour with the soil: blue in acidic soil, pink in neutral to alkaline soil, and lavender or purple shades in between. Blooming from early summer into early autumn, it brings bold colour to garden borders, shaded landscapes, woodland-style plantings and large patio containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlease Read Before Buying\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHydrangeas are a long-term project from seed; seedlings usually take two to three years to reach flowering size. Plants grown from seed can vary in flower form and shade, and flower colour depends on your soil. Bigleaf hydrangeas are deciduous and lose their leaves in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous flowering shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue, pink or lavender, depending on soil pH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early summer to early autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLife cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rounded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–6 ft (90–180 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–5 ft (90–150 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial shade; morning sun, afternoon shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate, consistent moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e USDA zones 5–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime to flower:\u003c\/strong\u003e Usually 2–3 years from seed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainer friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, in large containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeds per packet:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Sow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost. Hydrangea seeds are dust-fine, so sprinkle them on the surface of a moist, fine seed-starting mix and press gently without covering, as light helps germination. Cover the tray with a clear lid and keep it at around 65–75°F (18–24°C) in bright, indirect light; seedlings usually appear in 2–4 weeks. Grow them on in pots for their first year, then plant outdoors after the danger of frost has passed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Grow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in partial shade, sheltered from harsh afternoon sun and strong winds, in moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Water regularly so the soil never dries out completely, and mulch to retain moisture. For blue flowers, keep the soil acidic; for pink flowers, keep it neutral to slightly alkaline. Feed lightly in spring, and prune lightly just after flowering, as most flowers form on the previous year's stems.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OrganicSeedsHub","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45534154817719,"sku":"SS-10-DEC119","price":16.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/3335\/6471\/files\/freepik__ultrarealistic-image-of-fully-developed-foliage-pl__51753.png?v=1766037935","url":"https:\/\/organicseedshub.com\/products\/bigleaf-hydrangea-seeds-hydrangea-macrophylla-blue-pink-or-lavender","provider":"OrganicSeedsHub","version":"1.0","type":"link"}