Hydrangea macrophylla 'Claudie'

Bigleaf Hydrangea

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Claudie' — commonly called Claudie bigleaf hydrangea — is a deciduous shrub valued for its rounded mophead blooms that appear in shades of pink, lavender, or soft blue depending on soil pH. Summer flowers are produced above glossy dark green foliage, giving the plant a full, classic hydrangea appearance suited to shaded garden settings. Its dense habit and reliable flowering make it useful in traditional landscape plantings.

Mature Size:
Width: 4–5 ft
Height: 4–5 ft

USDA Zones: 6a–9b

Form: Rounded, compact shrub

Light: Partial shade to morning sun with afternoon shade

Soil / Water: Moist, well-drained, fertile soil; prefers consistent moisture and organic-rich conditions

Features / Wildlife / Landscape Uses:
Rounded blooms provide strong summer color in foundation plantings, woodland borders, cottage gardens, and mixed shrub beds. Flowers attract pollinating insects and are suitable for cutting or drying. Glossy foliage adds texture through the growing season.

Care:
Prune only after flowering if needed, since flower buds form on old wood. Protect buds from late spring frost in colder climates for best flowering.

Plant type

Flowering Deciduous Shrub

Height

4-5'

Width

4-5'

Hardiness zones

5–9

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Early Fall, Late Summer, Summer

Flower color

Blue, Pink

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Attracts

Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Soil

Moist well-drained, Rich

Landscape use

Container

Shape

Compact, Rounded

Bark

Smooth

Fruit

Yes

Drought tolerant

No