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Suitability for cut flower production — Hydrangea macrophylla

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser.

The suitability of Hydrangea macrophylla for cut flower production is determined by its high moisture requirements and the need for specialized stem preparation. Maturity of the inflorescences and careful pruning management are critical factors, as buds are initiated on previous year's growth.

In the reference 288 varieties crop Bigleaf hydrangea, where this is mentioned in the description.

Hydrangea macrophylla is characterized by intense transpiration and a high susceptibility to wilting, which requires cut flowers to be placed in water immediately. To improve water uptake due to partial lignification of the stem, it is recommended to make a transverse or cross-shaped cut at the base and slightly crush the lower section.

The cultivation technology for cut flowers requires a three-year cycle from rooting to obtaining marketable product. Harvesting is carried out after the inflorescences reach full maturity; 'autumn' inflorescences possess the greatest vase life, remaining fresh for up to two weeks.

A key agrotechnical feature is the dependence of flowering on the previous year's shoots, which means that radical pruning leads to crop loss. Additionally, product quality depends on substrate acidity, which influences inflorescence color, making strict pH control necessary during cultivation.

General information about the subject — on the page Suitability for cutting.

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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.

SCHROLLA03

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Schroll Management ApS

2 records

Selma

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Kwekerij Sidaco B.V.

2 records

H218919

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Hydrangea Breeders Association B.V.

2 records

VERDI

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Van Klaveren Plant B.V.

2 records

White Pop

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

J.W.P. Kolk Bloemen B.V.

2 records

Magical Crystal

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

SANTHO BEHEER B.V.

FR
2 records

Magical Emerald

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

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

FR
2 records

Starlit Sky

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Takanori Kawaguchi

2 records

Hortmacaro

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Horteve Breeding B.V.

2 records

Ragra

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

JUNGPFLANZEN RAMPP GMBH

FR
2 records

Hortmagidace

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Horteve Breeding B.V.

2 records

Magical Robin

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

SANTHO BEHEER B.V.

FR
2 records

H223902

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Hydrangea Breeders Association B.V.

2 records

H223906

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Hydrangea Breeders Association B.V.

2 records

HorAbstra

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Meinl Katrin|Dresden, DE

FR
2 records

Dolfrag

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Marie-France Doll

2 records

Hokomaburlac

Application submitted

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

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

2 records

Perfection

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Ryoji Irie

2 records

Hokomarore

Active

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Horteve Breeding B.V., Kolster Holding B.V.

1 record

HORE9306

Application submitted

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Lendert De Vos

1 record

Strawberries and Cream

Withdrawn

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

GEBR. DE JONG HANDELSKWEKERIJEN BV

1 record

Kolmagicono

Terminated

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Kolster Holding B.V.

1 record

Renmiantaohua

Withdrawn

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Yang Yu-yong

1 record

Stella

Withdrawn

Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea

Kwekerij Sidaco B.V.

FR
1 record