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Hydrangea Altona

Hortensja Altona, Hydrangea macrophylla Altona

Hydrangea Altona produces large and showy balls of flowers from summer through autumn which are either blue or rose-pink depending on the soil pH level. The flowers are complemented by large, green leaves as is grows to 2 m tall and 1.5 m wide. Hydrangea Altona is a great variety for including in a mixed planting, maintaining in a container, growing as an informal hedge, using as a backdrop for smaller plants, or including in a cottage garden.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:2.00 m
Spread:1.50 m
Flowering time:Summer, Autumn
Tolerances:Hardy
Garden uses:Containers, Hedging, Living areas
Garden styles:Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Cottage, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsSome
Growth rateMedium
Also known asHortensja Altona, Hydrangea macrophylla Altona

What are the garden uses for Hydrangea Altona in NZ?

Hydrangea Altona is a much-loved shrub in NZ gardens. It is most commonly grown as specimen, used as an informal hedge, added to a mixed planting, or planted as a backdrop for smaller plants. It is a great complement to a modern or cottage garden, bringing both colour and elegance to a space. It is the gorgeous foliage and beautiful flowers of this plant that makes Hydrangea Altona an excellent choice for a NZ garden.

What does the Altona Hydrangea need to grow well?

The Altona Hydrangea grows best when positioned in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained soil that is slightly acidic. It is tolerant of frost, cool climates, coastal environments, and humid climates. Wind protection is important to ensure branches are not snapped and this will also result in a better formed plant that will flower more prolifically.

Hydrangea Altona for sale

The Plant Company has the best Hydrangea Altona shrubs for sale in NZ. Our production nursery specialises in growing amazing plants and our logistics team pack them carefully for our customers. The pricing is competitive and the quality is exceptional. Let us look after your Hydrangea Altona needs and impress you with both our products and service!

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