Hydrangea macrophylla Dark Angel Purple
Hydrangea macrophylla Dark Angel Purple
Hydrangea macrophylla Dark Angel Purple
Hydrangea macrophylla Dark Angel Purple
Hydrangea macrophylla Dark Angel® Purple
Bigleaf Hydrangea, French Hydrangea
Beautiful young plant the 1st year after purchase, but from the second season onwards, the foliage that regrows is light green and not black. I find it misleading to call this plant Black Diamonds when the foliage is only black for the first few months after purchase. I am disappointed and do not recommend this plant, as it does not live up to its promises.
@Clara, 20/05/2023
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Description
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Dark Angel Purple' is an unusual hydrangea, with dark and shiny foliage that perfectly highlights its flat inflorescences in shades of aubergine, purple, or violet. This recent variety from the 'Black Diamonds' series shows a rather slow growth rate, a fairly compact and well-balanced habit, and a long-lasting summer flowering that is resistant to bad weather. Plant it in the garden or in a large pot on a terrace, in full sun or partial shade, in ordinary soil that is not too chalky.
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Dark Angel Purple' is a recent hybrid, resulting from the cross-breeding of H. macrophylla and H. serrata, among others. All these hardy plants belong to the Hydrangeaceae family, native to China and Japan.
It has been awarded several times at various competitions in 2014, in England and Ireland. 'Dark Angel Purple' is part of a series of selected lace-cap cultivars. This bush has a rounded and ramified habit, as wide as it is tall, reaching about 1m (3ft) in all directions. From July to September, its small fertile and sterile flowers, with striking dimorphism, form spherical inflorescences of 20 to 25cm (8 to 9in) in diameter. The star-shaped sterile florets located at the periphery are regularly arranged. The centre of the 'flower' gathers tiny fertile florets. The colour palette ranges from mauve to violet, warmed by reddish or even purple tones depending on the soil and the maturity of the flowers. The flowering contrasts wonderfully with the very shiny, deeply veined, wax-textured foliage. The dark green leaves are strongly tinged with purple and black throughout the season. The deciduous leaves are opposite, reaching a minimum length of about 15cm (6in). They are simple, ovate to elliptical, ending in a tapered point, and are coarsely toothed. Hydrangeas can live for at least 50 years.
'Dark Angel Purple' has a unique charm and fascinates with the richness and brilliance of its dark colour. Its association with white-flowered varieties such as 'Shooting Star', for example, is particularly successful, as the colours complement each other. Hydrangeas are well known for brightening the north side of houses. This one will thrive in an east or west exposure that is not scorching, in flower beds as well as in hedges. This variety is well suited for container gardening, which can be placed on a terrace or near an entrance in a beautiful pot. Although these plants dislike limestone, they are not strictly acid-loving plants. Pair them with Magellan fuchsias or annual impatiens, or plant spring-flowering bulbs in front of their round silhouette. Enjoy their magnificent flowering in the garden or in the house for a long time.
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Hydrangea
macrophylla
Dark Angel® Purple
Hydrangeaceae
Bigleaf Hydrangea, French Hydrangea
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Plant in spring or early autumn, preferably in a slightly shaded position, for example against an east-facing wall or even north-facing. In very cold regions, it may be prudent to overwinter it in a cold greenhouse or conservatory. Protect it from cold, drying winds. It does not require acidic soil, but appreciates deep, moist but well-drained, fairly fertile soil, possibly enriched with a good base fertiliser before planting. If planting near a wall and the soil is dry at its base, place the root ball at least 30 to 40cm (12 to 16in) away from it and incorporate a quantity of well-decomposed compost to better retain moisture in the soil. Very hardy, it can be planted in cold regions without fear.
As for pruning, remove the faded flowers on the first bud or on the pair of buds directly below. When the plant is mature, prune the older stems back to the base by a quarter or a third. This will encourage the formation of young shoots. Carry out this pruning every year during March and April.
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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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