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Hydrangea macrophylla Wudu

Hydrangea macrophylla Wudu
Bigleaf Hydrangea, French Hydrangea, Lacecap Hydrangea

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Charming, compact variety of Hydrangea, offering abundant flowering in the form of dense, pure white balls that gradually turn pale green over time. Perfect for planting in a shaded border or growing in a large pot on the terrace.
Flower size
12 cm
Height at maturity
1 m
Spread at maturity
1 m
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -15°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Best planting time April, October
Recommended planting time February to April, September to November
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Description

Hydrangea macrophylla Wudu is a compact and bushy variety of hydrangea. Its dark green foliage forms a beautiful setting for its white ball-shaped inflorescences, from July to September. They open from light green buds, turn white, then revert to green as they fade, without turning pink in late summer, unlike some other varieties.

The flowering of 'Wudu' is generous and prolonged, adding a bright touch to shady corners of the garden. Its 10 to 15 cm diameter inflorescences are composed of single sterile florets, giving the whole an understated elegance. The deciduous foliage consists of ovate to elliptical, finely toothed leaves, measuring between 10 and 15 cm long. They turn yellow before falling in autumn. The bush will eventually reach an average of 1 m in all directions.

The Wudu Hydrangea fits well in a flower bed or as a specimen; it can also be grown in a large pot on a terrace or near an entrance. This bush prefers rich, fresh, well-drained soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH, and partial shade. This variety pairs beautifully with perennials with dark, black, or purple foliage, creating a striking contrast. Or pair it with evergreen ferns like Polystichum setiferum 'Plumosum Densum', whose delicate texture highlights its rounded inflorescences. Nearby, giant hostas such as 'Empress Wu', with their lush, veined foliage, will accentuate its compact structure. For extended floral interest, pair it with Astilbe 'Vision in Red'.

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Hydrangeas: planting, pruning and care
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Hydrangeas: planting, pruning and care
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Hydrangea macrophylla Wudu in pictures

Hydrangea macrophylla Wudu (Flowering) Flowering
Hydrangea macrophylla Wudu (Foliage) Foliage

Plant habit

Height at maturity 1 m
Spread at maturity 1 m
Habit irregular, bushy
Growth rate normal

Flowering

Flower colour white
Flowering time July to September
Inflorescence Cyme
Flower size 12 cm
Good for cut flowers Cut flower blooms

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour dark green

Botanical data

Genus

Hydrangea

Species

macrophylla

Cultivar

Wudu

Family

Hydrangeaceae

Other common names

Bigleaf Hydrangea, French Hydrangea, Lacecap Hydrangea

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference1006571

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Planting and care

Plant Hydrangea macrophylla Wudu in spring or early autumn, preferably in a lightly shaded position, such as against an east-facing wall, or even a north-facing one. Shelter it from cold, drying winds. It does not require acidic soil but thrives in deep, moist, well-drained, and fairly fertile soil, possibly enriched with a good base fertiliser before planting. If the soil is dry at the base of the wall, position the root ball at least 30-40 cm away from the wall and incorporate plenty of well-rotted compost to help retain moisture in the soil. This variety is hardy down to approximately -15°C.

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Planting period

Best planting time April, October
Recommended planting time February to April, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Woodland edge
Type of use Border, Free-standing, Small gardens, Container, Hedge
Hardiness Hardy down to -15°C (USDA zone 7b) Show map
Ease of cultivation Beginner
Planting density 1 per m2
Exposure Sun, Partial shade
Soil pH Acidic, Neutral
Soil type Silty-loamy (rich and light)
Soil moisture Moist soil, well-drained, rich

Care

Pruning instructions Remove faded flowers down to the first bud or the pair of buds directly below. Cut back the oldest stems by a quarter or a third at the base when the plant is mature, to encourage the growth of new shoots. Carry out this pruning every year during March and April.
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time March to April
Soil moisture Moist soil
Disease resistance Very good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground

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