Hydrangea macrophylla Generale Vicomtesse de Vibraye
Hydrangea macrophylla Generale Vicomtesse de Vibraye
Hydrangea macrophylla Generale Vicomtesse de Vibraye
Hydrangea macrophylla Generale Vicomtesse de Vibraye
Hydrangea macrophylla Generale Vicomtesse de Vibraye
Hydrangea macrophylla Generale Vicomtesse de Vibraye
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Hao Sian L.
Hydrangea macrophylla Generale Vicomtesse de Vibraye
Hao Sian L. • 92 FR
Hao Sian L.
Hydrangea macrophylla Generale Vicomtesse de Vibraye
Hao Sian L. • 92 FR
Hao Sian L.
Hydrangea macrophylla Generale Vicomtesse de Vibraye
Hao Sian L. • 92 FR
Hydrangea macrophylla Generale Vicomtesse de Vibraye
Hydrangea macrophylla Generale Vicomtesse de Vibraye
Bigleaf Hydrangea, French Hydrangea
Arrivée in time and in good condition, the quality of this young plant is excellent, I just have to wait for the first flowering.
Elisabeth B., 14/03/2020
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Hydrangea macrophylla 'Generale Vicomtesse de Vibraye' is a variety of hydrangea with a summer flowering, very floriferous, with large slightly flattened round heads of soft pink flowers in neutral soil or a lovely light blue in acidic soil. They bloom on a bushy, medium-sized shrub, adorned with glossy green foliage. This graceful variety will fit well in a flowerbed, in a hedge, or in a large pot on the terrace. It will thrive in a semi-shaded and cool exposure, in a slightly acidic and well-drained soil. It is also an excellent variety for dried flowers.
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Generale Vicomtesse de Vibraye' belongs to the Hydrangeaceae family, whose type species is native to China and Japan. This cultivar, dating back to 1909, is a creation of Victor Lemoine, a horticulturist from Lorraine, and is the result of a cross between the varieties 'Otaksa' and 'Rosea'. This compact shrub has a bushy habit and will reach an average height of 1.40m (4ft 7in) with a spread of about 1.20m (3ft 11in). From late June to September - October, its sterile flowers form large inflorescences of 16 to 20cm (6.3 to 7.9in) in diameter, with slightly flattened round heads and sepals that are soft pink in neutral soil and light blue in acidic soil. The flowering is accompanied by glossy green foliage carried by flexible stems. This Hydrangea is hardy down to -15°C (5 °F).
The 'Gerale Vicomtesse de Vibraye' Hydrangea is a generous plant in terms of floribundity and hardiness, displaying more intense colors in partial shade but still tolerating full sun. Hydrangeas, beloved by gardeners, are well known for brightening the north side of houses, in shrub beds, as well as in hedges. This variety will bring a lot of charm to the semi-shaded areas of the garden, to a slightly hidden entrance, or to the corner of a porch. Even though these plants dislike limestone, hydrangeas are not strictly speaking ericaceous plants, they like fertile and clayey soils. Pair them with Magellan fuchsias, annual impatiens, or plant spring-flowering bulbs in front of their round silhouette. Enjoy their sumptuous flowering in the garden or in the house, create romantic bouquets with their beautiful inflorescences.
Note: The colour of Hydrangea macrophylla flowers varies depending on the soil's pH. Traditionally blue varieties turn pink in neutral or alkaline soil. To maintain a beautiful blue colour, mix heather soil or blonde peat into your garden soil and apply aluminum sulphate (slate contains it) or alum stone every spring.
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Hydrangea
macrophylla
Generale Vicomtesse de Vibraye
Hydrangeaceae
Bigleaf Hydrangea, French Hydrangea
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Plant the 'Generale Vicomtesse de Vibraye' hydrangea in spring or early autumn, preferably in a slightly shaded position, in the morning sun, for example against an east-facing wall, or even north-facing. Protect it from cold and drying winds. It does not require ericaceous soil, but appreciates a deep, cool but well-drained, fairly fertile soil, possibly enriched with a good base fertilizer before planting. If the soil is dry at the base of the wall, place the root ball at least 30-40 cm (11.8-15.7 in) away from the base of the wall 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 faded flowers on the first bud or on the pair of buds directly below. Cut back a quarter or a third of the oldest stems to the base, when the plant is mature, to promote the formation of new shoots. Carry out this pruning every year during the months of 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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