Hydrangea macrophylla 'Blushing Bride', part of the 'Endless Summer' series, bears large clumps of attractive, white semi-double flowers from May all the way through to September. The blooms, when mature, vary in colour between soft pink or blue blush depending on the pH of your soil. This deciduous shrub is an ideal choice for patio containers, or as the centre of attention in woodland gardens and mixed borders. Hydrangeas are well known for making superb cut flowers that last well. The 'Endless Summer' series is noted for its exceptional flowering period, tough habit and disease resistance. Height and spread: 1.8m (6?).
The Hydrangea macrophylla 'Endless Summer' range is so named because it keeps producing flowers?and flowers?and more flowers! From May until September, this hardy shrub produces copious amounts of pretty, lacecap blooms, the petals of which can be either delicate pink or bold blue depending on soil acidity. If its seemingly endless season isn't enough to make you 'Twist & Shout', the plant's red stems also look lovely against its foliage, which is dark green in colour. Although it grows best in full sunlight, this Hydrangea can also flourish in partially shady cottage or woodland garden borders. Height: 1.5m (5'). Spread: 1.5m (5').
This distinctive Lacecap Hydrangea is a robust, hardy shrub which will flower right through summer, producing pretty blooms up to 30cm (12) across. The showy flowers have violet-blue hearts and soft pink outer florets, and contrast wonderfully with the rich chocolate foliage. These unusual leaves produce a second display in autumn as they fade to deep green followed by amber and golden shades. This large, deciduous shrub has a neat habit and is an ideal border filler, requiring minimal care - even in poorer soils. Height and spread: 3m (10'). Supplied in 9cm pots.
Unusual lime green blooms blend to pure white, then back to pale green on this incredible variety of hydrangea. Flower heads are huge, up to 12 inches (30cm) across! and are held aloft on sturdy stems. Perfect for a patio container or a centrepiece in a planting scheme. Ht. 2m. Supplied in 9cm pots.
Showy plants for borders and bedding, with loads of lightly scented flowers throughout the summer in a wide colour range. The ideal last minute border filler. The dried seedheads also make a decorative dried flower.
The best of the best, with exhilarating fragrance and colourful, fancy blooms. A traditional 'Spencer' type ideal for cutting, garden decoration or exhibiting. Superb for arches, trellises, obelisks, etc.
A vigorous, quick-growing climber for long lasting summer colour. Excellent for scrambling over walls or covering fences, trellis and obelisks. The frilly blooms are produced continually over the summer in a bright colour range including bicolours.
A gorgeous lilac selection, with large, 7-10cm (3-4in), fully double flower heads, standing proudly above glaucous foliage, followed by large, attractive seed heads. Best sown in large drifts, as an easy to grow annual border filler, adding height and interest.
Hydrangea arborescens 'Strong Annabelle' produces giant globes of pure white flowers which are held on extremely strong stems. It is similar in appearance to the well-liked Hydrangea 'Annabelle', but offers better wind resistance and reduced flopping for a more impressive garden display. The huge flower heads appear from midsummer through until autumn and make superb cut flowers with impressive longevity. This Sevenbark variety is ideal for cottage gardens, woodland gardens, borders or even large patio containers. Height and spread: 1.5m (5').
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Bloomstar', part of the 'Endless Summer' series, features an abundance of stunning flowers from May all the way through until September. The giant flower heads are initially green, slowly developing into shades of blue-purple or vivid pink with creamy white centres, depending on the pH of your soil. The deep green leaves feature red veining and the stems are also bright red, adding further interest. Hydrangea 'Bloomstar' makes ideal cut flowers, as well as being perfectly suited to patio containers, woodland gardens and mixed borders. Height: 1.2m (4'). Spread: 1.5m (5').
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?).