{"product_id":"lacecap-hydrangea-seeds-hydrangea-macrophylla-lavender-blue-blooms-with-darker-centres","title":"Lacecap Hydrangea Seeds (Hydrangea macrophylla) – Lavender-Blue Blooms with Darker Centres","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis lacecap hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla) forms flat flower heads with an outer ring of showy lavender-blue florets surrounding a centre of tiny, darker blue-purple flowers, giving each bloom a striking two-tone look. Set against lush green leaves, the flowers bring cool colour to shaded borders, woodland gardens and large containers from early summer into early autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlease Read Before Buying\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHydrangea flower colour depends on your soil: acidic soil produces blue and lavender tones, while neutral to alkaline soil turns flowers pink. Plants grown from seed can also vary from the parent in flower colour and form. Hydrangeas are a long-term project from seed; seedlings usually take two to three years to reach flowering size.\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 form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lacecap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lavender-blue with darker centres in acidic soil\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\u003eMature size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–5 ft (90–150 cm) tall and wide\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 in spring. 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 to hold humidity 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 in spring once 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 hot afternoon sun and strong winds, in moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. For blue and lavender flowers, keep the soil acidic, for example by using an ericaceous (acid) compost or a soil acidifier. Water regularly so the soil never dries out completely, and mulch to conserve moisture. Feed lightly in spring. 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":45534279434423,"sku":"SS-10-DEC120","price":16.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/3335\/6471\/files\/freepik__ultrarealistic-closeup-of-a-fully-mature-flower-in__51758.png?v=1766038245","url":"https:\/\/organicseedshub.com\/products\/lacecap-hydrangea-seeds-hydrangea-macrophylla-lavender-blue-blooms-with-darker-centres","provider":"OrganicSeedsHub","version":"1.0","type":"link"}