Variegated Hydrangea Flowers

Hydrangea macrophylla mariesii variegata is extremely hardy and performs best in my zone 6b with morning sun afternoon shade and does not like being dried out. Related to the mophead variety which has a solid mass of small flowers the variegated hydrangea is another cottage garden favorite characterized instead by a center.

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Variegated hydrangea flowers

Kuga variegated hydrangea anomala petiolaris kuga variegated has cream flowers and leaves that are streaked and blotched white and cream. Produces lovely early summer blooms with rounded clusters of pinkish white flowers. Most variegated hydrangeas like mariesii variegata are of the lacecap variety.

Variegated hydrangeas provide not only long lasting blooms but foliar interest as well. Spring foliage displays hints of pink. Their small fertile flowers which look like tiny unopened buds are carried inside a ring of larger sterile flowers.

Too much shade can keep your hydrangea from flowering according to the u s. Favorite variegated cultivars include quadricolor maculata silver variegated mariesii and light o day. Plant your variegated hydrangea in a partly shady area with moist well drained soil.

Unfortunately extreme winter cold will freeze off the buds resulting in no flowers the following season. Next seasons buds are set following the first bloom flush. Variation on the theme.

Ideal for borders accent or mass plantings where it will add a splash of bold color to shady landscapes. A handsome variegated shrub with bright green foliage surrounded by white margins.

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