Hydrangea arborescens Candybelle Bubblegum
Hydrangea arborescens Candybelle Bubblegum
Hydrangea arborescens Candybelle Bubblegum
Hydrangea arborescens Candybelle Bubblegum
Hydrangea arborescens Candybelle Bubblegum
Hydrangea arborescens Candybelle Bubblegum
Hydrangea arborescens Candybelle Bubblegum
Hydrangea arborescens Candybelle Bubblegum
Hydrangea arborescens Candybelle Bubblegum
Hydrangea arborescens Candybelle® Bubblegum (GRHYAR1407)
Smooth Hydrangea, Wild Hydrangea, Sevenbark
The young plants arrived very dried out and badly damaged, but they recovered well. Once planted out, they flowered, although the flowers were few and did not exceed 7–8 cm in size. The leaves also failed to reach 12 cm. The stems are neither short nor sturdy – quite the opposite, giving the whole plant a scrawny appearance. It is a far cry from the lush look in the photos. I hope the second year will bring it closer to the ideal.
Micha, 09/11/2025
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Description
Hydrangea arborescens Candybelle Bubblegum ('GRHYAR1407') is a new variety of Virginia hydrangea promising a bright future on our terraces and in our gardens. It is not very tall, but is still a majestic bush. It bears bronze washed leaves and produces large frothy flowers of a delightful pastel pink, which are extremely decorative throughout the summer. Its short and robust stems easily support the weight of the flowers, even when soaked with rain. A wonderful hydrangea, as resplendent as it is easy to grow!
Hydrangea arborescens, also called Virginia Hydrangea, belongs to the large Hydrangeaceae family. This botanical species native to the Southeast USA is less demanding in terms of shade and soil than its Asian counterparts, and therefore very easy to grow in any moist and loose soil.
Candybelle Bubblegum is a hardy plant that faithfully reblooms even after cold winters. It flowers on the current year's shoots. It can be planted in cold regions as it renews its floral buds all summer and does not fear spring frosts. It develops solid and ramified stems, forming a bush of about 90cm (35in) in all directions, making it ideal for cultivation in containers or pots. The flowering begins in early July and renews until September. It takes the form of large globular inflorescences called corymbs, which can measure up to 20cm (9in) in diameter. Each is made up of a multitude of small flowers called florets. Each floret counts 3 to 4 tender pink sepals, edged with darker pink. The foliage is composed of beautiful single leaves, 10 to 20cm (4 to 8in) long, with bronze reflections. The leaves are deciduous and fall in autumn. Hydrangeas can live for over 50 years.
This variety is small, floriferous, robust, and easy to grow in any good garden soil. If your decor is rather contemporary, or if you have a small city garden, this moderately sized bush will bring a romantic and natural touch. Candybelle Bubblegum livens up all semi-shade scenes. Plant it as a standalone, in groups of 3, in a small hedge, or in a pot on a terrace. Consider planting a small border of box or Lonicera nitida 'Elegant' to form a setting for its large flowers. It can also be surrounded by hellebores, hardy fuchsias, daffodils, and pansies which prolong the flowering and complete the range of colours. Finally, cut its flowers to create beautiful bouquets!
Hydrangea arborescens Candybelle Bubblegum in pictures
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Botanical data
Hydrangea
arborescens
Candybelle® Bubblegum (GRHYAR1407)
Hydrangeaceae
Smooth Hydrangea, Wild Hydrangea, Sevenbark
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Candybelle Bubblegum requires a location in the sun or light shade, and deep, loose, moist, slightly acidic, compost-enriched ordinary garden soil, without excess lime. When planting, set it in deeply worked soil. A good base fertiliser (horn or dehydrated blood) will promote the recovery of your young plant and nourish it without risk of burning. The plant is perpetual, so do not hesitate to cut the faded flowers regularly in summer. At the end of summer, leave the dry umbels on the plant as they will protect the terminal shoots in winter. You can remove the dried flowers at the end of February or at the first sign of warm weather.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
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