Hydrandgea Macrophylla

Macrophylla Hydrandgea

Hydrangea macrophylla — commonly called bigleaf hydrangea — is a deciduous flowering shrub with a rounded, mounded form, prized for its large mophead or lacecap blooms that appear in shades of blue, pink, purple, or white depending on cultivar and soil pH. The broad, glossy green leaves provide bold texture, and flowering occurs from summer into early fall on old wood or both old and new wood depending on variety.

Type: Deciduous shrub

Mature Size: Width: 4–6 ft | Height: 4–6 ft
USDA Zones: 5a–9b
Light: Morning sun to partial shade
Soil / Water: Rich, well-drained soil; evenly moist conditions preferred
Wildlife: Bees, butterflies

Features & Landscape Uses:



Large showy blooms provide long summer color 🌿



Flower color may shift with soil pH in many cultivars



Excellent for foundation plantings, borders, and containers



Bold foliage adds season-long texture



Care:
Plant in soil rich in organic matter and keep evenly moist, especially in summer. Protect from harsh afternoon sun and winter wind. Prune only after flowering on old-wood types to avoid removing next year’s buds.

Plant type

Flowering Deciduous Shrub

Height

4-6'

Width

4-6'

Hardiness zones

5–9

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Bloom time

Summer

Flower color

Blue, Lavender, Pink, White

Leaf color

Green

Attracts

Bees, Butterflies

Soil

Moist well-drained, Rich

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Foundation Plant, Mass Planting

Shape

Mounded, Rounded

Drought tolerant

No