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Cultivation

Container culture of Hydrangea macrophylla

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser.

A cultivation method for Hydrangea macrophylla in containers, allowing for the management of wintering for non-hardy varieties and the regulation of inflorescence color by adjusting substrate acidity. It is a key tool for preserving flower buds formed on the previous year's growth.

In the reference 544 varieties crop Bigleaf hydrangea, where this is mentioned in the description.

The container method provides mobility for Hydrangea macrophylla, which is critical for regions with harsh climates: moving the plant indoors for the winter prevents shoot frost damage and ensures annual flowering. In a limited volume of substrate, it is easier for an agronomist to control the pH level, which directly affects the intensity and shade of blue or pink inflorescences.

The root system of the crop is highly sensitive to overheating and excessive moisture; therefore, it requires placement in partial shade and the use of containers with a well-developed drainage system. The technology involves phased repotting as the root ball fills the container, as "restricted" conditions promote more abundant flowering; however, it is important to avoid planting in excessively large containers to prevent waterlogging and the risk of root rot.

General information about the subject — on the page Container culture.

Sources8

Varieties of Bigleaf hydrangea mentioned in the description

Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.

Fripon

Terminated

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Challet Herault S.A.S.

2 records

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Schroll Management ApS

2 records

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Hiroyuki Mekada, Hiroko Inamura, Tetsuya Kato, Yuka Shimizu

3 records

Paris

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Information regarding the breeder received in the contribution to CPVO :Rampp

FR
3 records

Selma

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Kwekerij Sidaco B.V.

2 records

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Schroll Management ApS

2 records

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Rampp, Franz-Xaver|Pfaffenhausen, Federal Republic of Germany / Rampp, Konrad|Salgen-Hausne, Federal Republic of Germany

FR
2 records

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

SANTHO BEHEER B.V.

FR
2 records

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Information regarding the breeder received in the contribution to CPVO :Santho Beheer B.V.

FR
2 records

Ningbo

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Cornelis Pieter Eveleens

2 records

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Takanori Kawaguchi

2 records

Monrey

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Usrey William B.

FR
2 records

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Horteve Breeding B.V.

2 records

H220908

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Hydrangea Breeders Association B.V.

2 records

Ragra

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

JUNGPFLANZEN RAMPP GMBH

FR
2 records

H220912

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Hydrangea Breeders Association B.V.

2 records

Stragrum

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

van Straaten V.O.F.

2 records

jon01

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Information regarding the breeder received in the contribution to CPVO :Wädenswil

FR
2 records

Julisa

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Jean-Paul Davasse

2 records

Venedig

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Information regarding the breeder received in the contribution to CPVO :Rampp

FR
2 records

H223902

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Hydrangea Breeders Association B.V.

2 records

H223904

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Hydrangea Breeders Association B.V.

2 records

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Kolster Peter R. / Eveleens Cornelis P.

2 records

H223905

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Hydrangea Breeders Association B.V.

2 records

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