Hydrangea alternifolia 'Pink Geisha' (hydrangea 'Pink Geisha') — Shrubby, climbing

Overview

Hydrangea alternifolia 'Pink Geisha' is a shrubby, climbing shrubs in the genus Hydrangea, part of the Hydrangeaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hydrangea alternifolia 'Pink Geisha' grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include borders, containers and climbing walls.

About

Hydrangea alternifolia 'Pink Geisha' is a deciduous, shrubby climbing cultivar of the Hydrangea genus, which includes both shrubs and self-clinging vines known for their clustered flowers with fertile and ornamental blooms. This cultivar thrives in partial shade, favouring north- or east-facing, sheltered positions with moist but well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. It is hardy in the UK (H6) and is suitable for borders, containers, or climbing walls. 'Pink Geisha' is notable for its interest during summer and autumn seasons, benefiting from annual mulching with well-rotted organic matter and propagation by various cutting methods.

About the genus

Hydrangea is a genus of more than 70 species of flowering plants native to Asia and the Americas. Hydrangea is also used as the common name for the genus; some are also often called hortensia. The genus was first described from Virginia in North America, but by far the greatest species diversity is in eastern Asia, notably China, Korea, and Japan.

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