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Red and yellow-green Hydrangea panicles with bright green foliage
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Heart Throb® Hydrangea

Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Hortmagitri’ PP30044

Red and yellow-green Hydrangea panicles with bright green foliage

A magnificent variety, certain to grab your attention. Dark red blooms edged with green, age to green with hints of red for a memorable look over 3 seasons. A compact grower for a small garden space.

Light Needs

Part Shade to Shade

USDA Zones

USDA Zones
5b - 9b

mature dimensions

3′ high x 3′ wide
This plant is suitable for your USDA Zone 7a
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More About Heart Throb® Hydrangea

Bloom/Feature

Compact; blooms on new and old wood. Long-lasting dark red flowers age to green with red.

Evergreen or Deciduous?

Deciduous

Plant Hardiness

Hardy to -20°F to -10°F

Key Features

Compact Habit, Cut Flowers, Disease / Pest Resistance, Dwarf, Easy Care, Longer Blooming, Reblooming

Flowering Season

Summer to Fall

Uses

Accent, Border, Container, Edging, Low Hedge, Mass Planting

Water Needs

Medium

Fertilize

Feed throughout growing season

Pruning

None Needed

Planting Instructions

• Water before planting

• Plant in full sun to part shade

• Dig hole 2X the width of pot

• Plant 1-2″ above ground soil level, backfill hole with soil

• Water deeply to settle, then add more soil if needed

• Mulch 1-2″ deep around plant, avoiding area closest to stem


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