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Suitability for cut flowers — Hydrangea paniculata

Hydrangea paniculata Siebold

The suitability of Hydrangea paniculata for cutting is determined by the high longevity of its inflorescences in a vase (up to 3–4 weeks) and the possibility of using them both fresh and as dried flowers.

In the reference 42 varieties crop Panicled hydrangea, where this is mentioned in the description.

The optimal stage for cutting is the period of full maturity, when the last florets at the top begin to open and the texture of the panicle becomes 'papery.' Harvesting inflorescences at the 'autumnal' coloration stage ensures maximum vase life, whereas harvesting too early leads to rapid wilting.

A technological feature of working with this crop involves the need to overcome stem lignification to ensure hydration. To improve water uptake, stems are cut at a 45-degree angle, supplemented by a longitudinal incision at the base, and placed in deep containers after the mandatory removal of all foliage.

The quality and size of inflorescences for cutting depend directly on agrotechnical practices, as the ability of Hydrangea paniculata to bloom on current-season growth allows for the regulation of future cut flower parameters through the intensity of the preliminary shrub pruning.

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

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Varieties of Panicled 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.

Hpopr013

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Hydrangea paniculata Siebold · Panicled hydrangea

Plant Select N.V.

6 records

Hydrangea paniculata Siebold · Panicled hydrangea

Schulze Justin,McBee Oren,Roberts David Jonathan

4 records

Hydrangea paniculata Siebold · Panicled hydrangea

Kolster Peter R.

4 records

Hydrangea paniculata Siebold · Panicled hydrangea

Michael A. Dirr^^^Jeff Beasley^^^Mark Griffith^^^Rhonda Helvick^^^Oren McBee^^^David J. Roberts^^^Justin Schulze

3 records

Kolmamon

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Hydrangea paniculata Siebold · Panicled hydrangea

Kolster Holding B.V.

2 records

Frenne

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Hydrangea paniculata Siebold · Panicled hydrangea

Guido Rouwette

3 records

GRHP08

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Hydrangea paniculata Siebold · Panicled hydrangea

Guido Rouwette

2 records

SMNHPH

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Hydrangea paniculata Siebold · Panicled hydrangea

Megan Mathey

2 records

GRHP14

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Hydrangea paniculata Siebold · Panicled hydrangea

Guido Rouwette

2 records

SMNHPK

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Hydrangea paniculata Siebold · Panicled hydrangea

Wood Timothy D

2 records

SMNHPPH

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Hydrangea paniculata Siebold · Panicled hydrangea

Wood Timothy D

2 records

HP217902

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Hydrangea paniculata Siebold · Panicled hydrangea

Hydrangea Breeders Association B.V.

2 records

HP219902

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Hydrangea paniculata Siebold · Panicled hydrangea

Hydrangea Breeders Association B.V.

3 records

Hydrangea paniculata Siebold · Panicled hydrangea

Information regarding the breeder received in the contribution to CPVO :Zwijnenburg P.

FR
1 record

Hydrangea paniculata Siebold · Panicled hydrangea

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

FR
1 record

Hydrangea paniculata Siebold · Panicled hydrangea

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

FR
1 record

Hydrangea paniculata Siebold · Panicled hydrangea

Information regarding the breeder received in the contribution to CPVO :Van de Laar H.

FR
1 record