The strawberry sundae coloured blooms of this hydrangea will transform balconies and patios. Short red-brown stems bear abundant green and white flowers which turn pink from August onwards. Hydrangea 'Sundae Fraise' is more compact than its cousin 'Vanilla Fraise', so is ideal for small gardens and containers. As with most hydrangeas, flower colour will vary depending on the climate and soil type. Height and spread: 120cm (47).
Hydrangea paniculata 'Limelight' is a beautiful hydrangea for garden borders and patios. Its large conical flowerheads open in a soft shade of pea green, then fade to creamy white with hints of soft pink. As the plant holds blooms at different stages of growth from late summer into well into the autumn, the result is three-toned effect. Hydrangea paniculata 'Limelight' is often the last plant to lose its summer flowers, and a simple prune in late autumn keeps it in great condition for the following year. Enjoying dappled shade, a planting under a tree canopy or by a wall, with a shaded root zone, is ideal for this shrub. Height and spread: 250cm (98).
Prepare to be blown away by the spectacular displays of this impressive dwarf Hydrangea. A mass of gorgeous white, conical blooms appear in late summer, becoming flushed with pale pink as the season progresses, followed by impressive vibrant autumn foliage. Hydrangea paniculata ?Bobo? is extremely reliable, blooming year after year and ever so easy to grow. Plus, since it blooms on new wood, there will always be masses of buds waiting to put on a show, even after a hard winter. Its neat, compact habit makes this undeniably beautiful shrub ideal for small gardens, adapting well to many situations, whether it be in a border or patio pot. Height: 90cm (36?). Spread: 120cm (46?).
Equally as impressive as its sibling ?Limelight?, Hydrangea paniculata ?Little Lime? maintains a much more compact habit, making it suitable for small gardens and containers. Fantastic displays of conical, lime-green flowers float above lush green foliage which changes to glorious hues of red and orange in autumn. As the blooms age, they fade through creamy white to a soft shade of pink. Who?d have thought, for a shrub with so many colour changes through the seasons, this unique introduction will cope in most conditions and still manages to maintain its vigour. Height and spread: 150cm (60?).
This hardy, deciduous shrub is a perfect choice for an easy-to-grow plant with a big impact. From mid-summer large panicles of creamy buds open into pretty white flowers that are appealing to bees and butterflies. Tough and suited to all British weather. Height 3m, spread 2m.
A beautiful Hydrangea variety with 40cm (16) panicles of pink flowers, Hydrangea paniculata 'Pinky Winky' is a bold flowering shrub that offers loads of colour from August until early autumn. The flowerheads slowly fade, but can still be colourful in early winter, and they look fantastic on a frosty morning. It's a great choice for borders and also looks good in planters on patios or decking and is very low maintenance. Height and Spread: 1.5m (4.9).
Large conical white blooms stand proud above deep red stems, providing this deciduous shrub with an unforgettable display. Late-summer will have never looked so great, as the white flowers change to eye-catching shades of pale pink as they mature. Hydrangea paniculata ?Candlelight? is extremely hardy and has a strong and upright growth habit, making this shrub ideal for containers and mixed borders, but feeling most at home in a woodland garden setting. Autumn sees the leaves turn from red to orange before they fall in winter. Height and spread: 150cm (60?).
Colossal blooms form spectacular cone-shaped flower heads of up to 40cm (16?). This mighty Hydrangea is a sight to behold! Its strong stems carry the summer flowers proudly above its bushy, green foliage, creating a long-lasting focal point for lightly shaded borders.
A late summer flowering hydrangea that once grown on produces masses of large blooms packed with small creamy white flowers turning to pink as they age. A hardy and fast growing shrub.
A late summer flowering hydrangea that once grown on produces masses of large blooms packed with small creamy white flowers turning to pink as they age. A hardy and fast growing shrub.
The 'Europa' is a tall, upright bushy perennial with dense and eye-catching heads of scented bright white flowers with dark pink eyes. Sure to become one of your summer garden favourites, it flowers during July and August, the 'Europa' is perfect for planting in sunny borders and will compliment other plants effortlessly. Thanks to its long stems and cluster of blooms, it will also make for beautiful cut flowers. An extremely low maintenance plant, the Phlox is highley attractive to wildlife such as butterflies and bees. This hardy perennial will thrive positioned in full sun, but will also do well in partly-shaded spots. Plant in well drained soil, after two years it should reach a height of almost 90cm. Supplied as 3 x established plants in 9cm pots, ready to plant out.
For a magnificent feature plant in garden or patio look no further than this superb Hydrangea. It grows strongly each year with lush mid green foliage and the pyramid shaped panicles of flowers which emerge from mid summer have to be seen to be fully appreciated. Supported on strong stems, the buds open in a delicate shade of lime green, maturing to a gleaming white and lasting for weeks and later gaining a lovely pink flush. Fresh blooms - if you can bear to cut them - are imposing in a vase and the dried flowerheads can be used as a permanent decoration. The leaves and stems are a colourful spectacle in their own right with pale green stems flushed with pink and dleightful yellow-green leaves. Hydrangea 'Limelight' makes a standout border plant and is equally at home in a large patio planter. It likes neutral to acid, free-draining soil and a sunny or part-shaded spot. For maximum flower power prune back in early spring to two or three buds as the blooms appear on new growth each summer. Fully deserving its coveted RHS Award of Garden Merit, you can be sure that this is a proven garden performer, guaranteed to be suitable for UK gardeners at every level of experience. You can therefore plant this in the garden with confidence, for stunning displays for many years to come. Supplied as 3 established plants in 9cm pots, limelight makes a stunning specimen, growing to approx. 2.5m in 10 years.