Cardinal Red Hydrangea - Hydrangea macrophylla 'Cardinal' |
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Hydrangeaceae Hydrangea Macrophylla Cardinal |
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| Grows In | Zone 6A · -10° to -5° F through Zone 9B · 25° to 30° F |
| Sun Exposure | Full / Mostly Shade, Morning Sun / Evening Shade, Dappled Light / Filtered Sun |
| Soil Drainage | Well Drained |
| Resistent To | Deer Resistant, Heat |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Blooms | Summer Blooms |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Average Height | 3' to 4' |
| Average Width | 3' to 4' |
| Attracts | Visual Attention |
| Fragrances | None |
Noteworthy Characteristics
'Cardinal' is a French-type, mophead Hydrangea that acutually produces dark, cardinal-red flowers with serrated edges on each petal. Flowers are a standout in partially shaded areas of the garden during summer and can then be cut and dried for use in dried flower arrangements. The leaves are beautiful green and turn a lovely purple in the fall. It is a fast growing hydrangea that grows to it's mature size of 4-5 feet in height with an equal width in just 3 to 5 years.
Uses
Cardinal hydrangea is useful as a specimen or in small groupings in landscape beds or foundation plantings and also makes an exceptionally colorful hedge.
Culture & Care Tips
Cardinal hydrangea prefers a moist but well-drained fertile soil and shade or dappled sunlight during the afternoon.
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