Hydrangea macrophylla Deutschland
Hydrangea macrophylla Deutschland
Hydrangea macrophylla Deutschland
Hydrangea macrophylla Deutschland
Hydrangea macrophylla Deutschland
Hydrangea macrophylla Deutschland
Hydrangea macrophylla Deutschland
Bigleaf Hydrangea, French Hydrangea
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Dominique, 04/12/2020
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Description
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Deutschland' is an old vigorous and floriferous variety, forming a beautifully sized bush approximately 1.5m (5ft) in all directions, with sturdy stems. It offers large flat ball-shaped inflorescences of a beautiful bright pink in neutral soil, changing to a deep red through the season. In more acidic soil, the colour of the flowers will be more mauve. They renew themselves throughout the summer against a background of glossy, deep green foliage. This variety is hardy and easy to grow.
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Deutschland' was obtained in 1921 - not in Germany as its name might suggest - but in the Netherlands, by the horticulturist D. Baardse. It is one of many hybrids resulting from the cross-breeding of hardy species belonging to the Hydrangeaceae family, native to China and Japan. This shrub shows a generous and bushy habit, about 1.5m (5ft) in height and spread at maturity. From July to September, its sterile flowers form round and flattened inflorescences of about 20cm (8in) in diameter. Their colour ranges from deep pink-red to violet mauve depending on the acidity of the soil. They are carried by strong stems, one year or older. The flowering is accompanied by bright green foliage, taking on carmine purple hues in autumn before falling. The leaves are opposite, reaching about 10cm (4in) in length. They are simple, ovate to elliptical, ending in a pointed tip, and are strongly saw-toothed. Hydrangeas can live for at least 50 years.
'Deutschland' is a superb variety, with abundant flowering, and excellent hardiness and vigour. Hydrangeas are well known for brightening up the north side of houses. This one will thrive in a non-burning east or west exposure, in flower beds as well as hedges. This variety is suitable for cultivation in open ground or containers, which can be placed on a terrace or near an entrance. Although these plants dislike limestone, they are not strictly ericaceous plants. Pair them with bush fuchsias or annual impatiens, or plant spring-flowering bulbs in front of their round silhouette. Enjoy their sumptuous flowering in the garden or in the house for a long time.
Note: The colour of the flowers of macrophylla hydrangeas varies depending on the soil pH. Traditionally blue varieties turn pink in neutral or alkaline soil. To maintain a beautiful blue colour, mix ericaceous soil with your garden soil and apply aluminium sulphate (slate contains it) or alum stone every spring.
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Plant habit
Flowering
Foliage
Botanical data
Hydrangea
macrophylla
Deutschland
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.