Hydrangea Montgomery

Name: The Plant Company
Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
Telephone: 0800 843 752
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Rating: 4.8/5

Hydrangea Montgomery features very large flower heads which are coloured purple-blue. These are borne from summer through autumn and sit perfectly above the dark green foliage as it grows to 1.2 m tall and the same wide. Hydrangea Montgomery is a great variety for mixed plantings, underplanting larger trees, maintaining in a container, growing as an informal hedge, planting as a backdrop for smaller plants, or using to contrast with other leaf forms and flower colours.

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Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	1.20 m
Spread:	1.20 m
Flowering time:	Summer, Autumn
Tolerances:	Hardy
Garden uses:	Containers, Living areas
Garden styles:	Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Cottage, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Some
Growth rate	Medium
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What are the garden uses for Hydrangea Montgomery in NZ?

Hydrangea Montgomery 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 Montgomery an excellent choice for a NZ garden.

What does the Montgomery Hydrangea need to grow well?

The Montgomery 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 Montgomery for sale

The Plant Company has the best Hydrangea Montgomery 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 Montgomery needs and impress you with both our products and service!

Hydrangea Montgomery care

Caring for the Hydrangea Montgomery is simply about getting a few easy things right so the plant thrives. they prefer a sheltered spot in either full sun or part shade. Only in very hot climates should full sun positions be avoided. A well-drained, fertile soil is crucial. Adding organic matter like compost into the soil during planting will help with soil fertility. They prefer a moist soil so consistent watering is essential, especially during dry periods but be careful to avoid overwatering as this can lead to root rot. Applying shrub fertiliser in spring will keep the Hydrangea Montgomery plants well-fed for the year. Prune in late winter or early spring and continue to remove spent flowers to encourage further blooming. Applying mulch around the base of the plant helps retain moisture, regulate soil temperature, and suppress weeds. Monitor for pests like aphids and diseases like powdery mildew and treat as needed with appropriate measures.