Hydrangea macrophylla Magical Revolution Blue
Hydrangea macrophylla Magical Revolution Blue
Hydrangea macrophylla Magical Revolution Blue
Hydrangea macrophylla Magical Revolution Blue
Hydrangea macrophylla Magical Revolution Blue
Hydrangea macrophylla Magical Revolution Blue
Hydrangea macrophylla Magical Revolution Bleu
Bigleaf Hydrangea, French Hydrangea, Mophead Hydrangea
The only issue is that the hydrangeas aren't blue as expected... but pink.
Marie-Hélène, 10/07/2025
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Description
The Hydrangea macrophylla Magical 'Revolution Blue' is part of a group of recent hybrids, where the flowers change colour over time. In this 'Blue' version, the flowers are formed in light blue pompons, then gradually turn to green mixed with purple-violet, then to purple, before fading into softer shades. Its generous flowering lasts all summer or even into autumn. Its compact habit is perfect for container cultivation, on a terrace or indoors. It is also ideal for a shady flower bed in acidic soil rich in aluminium sulphate. It is also a very hardy plant, robust and resistant to sun and rain.
The Hydrangea macrophylla from which 'Magical Revolution' is derived belongs to the hydrangea family and is native to China and Japan. 'Revolution' is part of a series of' Magical' varieties, selected for their compact habit and changing flowers. It's a hardy bush with a very compact habit, barely taller than wide, measuring about 1 m (3 ft 4 in) in height and 90 cm (35.4 in) in breadth at maturity. It can reach 1.25 m in height in 10 years, depending on growing conditions. In June, the small sterile flowers form dense bouquets, gathered into large light blue pompons with a small greenish-white bud at their heart. Then these charming flower heads will gradually turn to purple-violet, then fade, in early autumn, into a texture resembling paper. The ball-shaped flowers form a beautiful bouquet in a gradient of hues. When grown in pots indoors after forcing for early flowering, the flowers bloom for almost 5 months. The flowering is accompanied by dark green foliage, which falls in autumn. The leaves are opposite; they reach a minimum of ten centimetres in length. They are single, ovate to elliptical, dentate, ending in a pointed tip.
With excellent hardiness, the Magical hydrangeas are also very resistant to weather conditions and perfect for brightening up the north side of houses. This variety will be happy in flower beds and low hedges in the morning sun or partial shade. This variety is particularly suited to container cultivation, which can be placed on the terrace or near the entrance of a property. To keep its flowers their beautiful blue colour, it will be essential to plant them in very acidic soil or to give them 'blueing' fertiliser. Pair it with magellanica fuchsias, annual impatiens, or plant spring-flowering bulbs in front of their round silhouette. Enjoy its long-lasting and beautiful flowers in the conservatory, garden or at home in bouquets.
Note: The colour of the flowers of Hydrangea macrophylla varies according to the PH of the soil. Traditionally blue varieties turn pink in neutral or alkaline soil. Mix ericaceous compost into your garden soil to maintain a beautiful blue colour. Add aluminium sulphate (slate contains it) or alum stone in spring.
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Hydrangea
macrophylla
Magical Revolution Bleu
Hydrangeaceae
Bigleaf Hydrangea, French Hydrangea, Mophead Hydrangea
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Magical Revolution' should be planted in spring or early autumn, preferably in a shaded spot like against an east-facing wall or even north. It can tolerate the morning sun well, but cold and drying winds should be avoided. The plant doesn't necessarily require ericaceous compost but appreciates deep, fresh, well-drained, relatively fertile soil. Before planting, it's advisable to enrich the soil with good fertiliser. If the soil is dry at the foot of the wall, place the root ball at least 30 to 40 cm (11.8 or 15.7 in) from the base of the wall and incorporate a quantity of well-rotted compost to better retain moisture in the soil. This hardy plant can be grown in cold regions without problems.
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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.