Hortensia azul
Category: Shrub
An extremely popular ornamental shrub for its large blue flowers that stand out all summer long. Ideal for moist, shaded gardens. Its abundant blooms give a lush, elegant effect. Widely used in gardens in southern Chile.
Characteristics
- Watering
- • High • Keep moisture constant • Very sensitive to drought
- Soil
- • Moist and rich in organic matter • Acidic soil keeps the blooms blue • Well drained
- Blooms
- December – March Large, highly ornamental spherical flowers
- Exposure
- • Partial shade • Gentle morning sun • Avoid intense heat
- Fruit
- Not applicable
- Size
- • Height: 1–2 m • Rounded, dense shrub • Fast growth
- Use
- • Premium ornamental • Moist, shaded gardens • Large pots
- Propagation
- • Cuttings (very easy)