Overview
Hydrangea macrophylla Big Data Pink ('Tkhydpin12'PBR) (H) is a shrubby, climbing shrubs in the genus Hydrangea, part of the Hydrangeaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hydrangea macrophylla Big Data Pink ('Tkhydpin12'PBR) (H) 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 macrophylla Big Data Pink ('Tkhydpin12'PBR) is a deciduous shrub or climbing hydrangea from the Hydrangeaceae family. Like other hydrangeas, it produces clusters of flowers combining smaller fertile blooms with larger ornamental sterile ones. This cultivar thrives in partial shade on north- or east-facing, sheltered sites with moist but well-drained neutral loam soil. It is hardy to UK zone H6 and is suitable for borders, containers, or climbing walls. Interest is mainly in summer and autumn, with the plant benefiting from annual mulching and propagation by cuttings.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Hydrangea
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Hydrangea macrophylla Big Data Pink ('Tkhydpin12'PBR) (H) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Shrubby, climbing
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Borders, containers, climbing walls
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hydrangea macrophylla Big Data Pink ('Tkhydpin12'PBR) (H)
- Propagation
- Softwood cuttings, semi-ripe cuttings, hardwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, capsid bug, hydrangea scale, vine weevil
- Disease resistance
- Leaf spot, powdery mildew, grey mould, honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Hydrangea macrophylla Big Data Pink ('Tkhydpin12'PBR) (H)?
Hydrangea macrophylla Big Data Pink ('Tkhydpin12'PBR) (H) prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Hydrangea macrophylla Big Data Pink ('Tkhydpin12'PBR) (H) need?
Hydrangea macrophylla Big Data Pink ('Tkhydpin12'PBR) (H) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Hydrangea macrophylla Big Data Pink ('Tkhydpin12'PBR) (H) hardy in the UK?
Hydrangea macrophylla Big Data Pink ('Tkhydpin12'PBR) (H) has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Hydrangea macrophylla Big Data Pink ('Tkhydpin12'PBR) (H)?
Softwood cuttings, semi-ripe cuttings, hardwood cuttings.
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