Hydrangea macrophylla Dolce Fragola
Hydrangea macrophylla Dolce Fragola
Hydrangea macrophylla Dolce Fragola
Hydrangea macrophylla Dolce Fragola (Dolfrag)
Bigleaf Hydrangea, French Hydrangea
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Description
Hydrangea macrophylla Dolce Fragola, also called Hydrangea macrophylla Dolce Fragola ('Dolfrag'), is part of a new series of hydrangeas called Dolce®, selected for their compact habit, floribundity, and the aesthetics of their large sterile florets. It is well-branched with a rounded habit, which forms beautiful flat inflorescences from June. The inflorescences are composed of large flowers ranging from a bright and intense "strawberry sorbet" pink to almost red. They continue to bloom until August, on foliage of a beautiful intense green that will take on flamboyant hues in autumn. Like all hydrangeas, it prefers rich soils that are poor in limestone. It will find its place in a large pot on a terrace or balcony, as well as in partly shaded flower beds.
Hydrangea macrophylla Dolce Fragola ('Dolfrag') is a recent French creation by Marie-France Doll. It is a hybrid obtained by cross-breeding between well-hardy species and varieties belonging to the Hydrangeaceae family, native to China and Japan. This stout shrub has a nice rounded habit, as wide as it is tall, reaching about 1 m (3.3 ft) in all directions when fully mature. From June to August, its very large sterile flowers with 4 overlapping petals form almost flat inflorescences, in a deep pink colour, which ripens beautifully into reddish tones. They are carried by one-year-old or older strong stems. Flowering occurs on green deciduous foliage, which is rather rounded. In autumn, the foliage turns yellow, orange and red before falling. The leaves are opposite, reaching about 10 cm (3.9 in) in length. They are simple, ovate, ending in a pointed tip, and strongly toothed like a saw. Hydrangeas can live for at least 50 years.
The generous and easy-to-grow Dolce Fragola Hydrangea has excellent hardiness and a cheerful flowering. Hydrangeas are well-known for brightening the north side of houses. This one will thrive in a non-burning east or west exposure, in flower beds as well as in hedges. This variety is suitable for growing in the ground or in containers, which can be placed on a terrace or near an entrance. Although these plants dislike limestone, hydrangeas are not strictly ericaceous plants, and they thrive very well in any deep and loose garden soil with a neutral tendency. Pair them with Magellan fuchsias, lilies, or plant spring-flowering bulbs in front of their round silhouette. Enjoy their splendid flowering in the garden or indoors for a long time.
Note: The colour of Hydrangea macrophylla flowers varies depending on the soil pH. Traditionally blue varieties turn pink in neutral or alkaline soil.
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Planting and care
Plant in spring or early autumn, preferably in a slightly shady position, for example against an east-facing wall or even to the north. Protect it from cold and drying winds. It does not require ericaceous soil, but appreciates deep, moist but well-drained, fairly fertile soil, possibly enriched with a good base fertiliser before planting.
If planting at the base of a protective wall and the soil is dry, place the root ball at least 30 cm to 40 cm (11.8 in to 15.7 in) away from it and incorporate a significant amount 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 faded flowers on the first bud or on the pair of buds directly below. Cut back a quarter or a third of the older stems to the base, when the plant is mature, to promote the formation of new 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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