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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.

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

MOTOTERU YATABE ENGEI CORP.

2 records

Mistral

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Challet Herault S.A.S.

2 records

Hortmoc

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Cornelis Pieter Eveleens

2 records

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Toyokazu Ichie

2 records

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Meinl Katrin|Dresden, DE

FR
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

De Jong Plant B.V.

3 records

Dolfarf

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Marie-France Doll

2 records

HIROA

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Roy Robin van Dijk

2 records

Dolfrag

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Marie-France Doll

2 records

Hokomabavi

Application submitted

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Kolster Holding B.V.^^^Horteve Breeding B.V.

2 records

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Kolster Holding B.V.^^^Horteve Breeding B.V.

2 records

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Information regarding the breeder received in the contribution to CPVO :Dirr M.

FR
2 records

ES11

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

TIMOTHY D WOOD

2 records

Hokomaburlac

Application submitted

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Kolster Holding B.V.^^^Horteve Breeding B.V.

2 records

HorOrb

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Meinl Katrin|Dresden, DE

FR
2 records

Dolgip

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Marie-France Doll

2 records

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Kwekerij Sidaco B.V.

2 records

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Cornelis Pieter Eveleens

2 records

Holibel

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

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

FR NL
2 records

Coquin

Terminated

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Challet Herault S.A.S.

2 records

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Johnson, Jr. Ozzie W

FR
2 records

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Ryoji Irie

2 records

H18-12

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Ryoji Irie

1 record

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