Overview

Hydrangea macrophylla Chocolate Ever Belles ('Hokomachoko'PBR) (H) is a shrubby, climbing shrubs in the genus Hydrangea, part of the Hydrangeaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 3 metres tall. Hydrangea macrophylla Chocolate Ever Belles ('Hokomachoko'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 Chocolate Ever Belles ('Hokomachoko'PBR) is a deciduous, shrubby to climbing hydrangea reaching about 3 metres. It flowers in the UK from June to September. Plant where it receives partial shade on neutral loam that remains moist but drains freely, and give a sheltered, north- or east-facing position. Suitable for borders, containers or trained against walls.

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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In the garden

Hydrangea macrophylla Chocolate Ever Belles ('Hokomachoko'PBR) is a cultivar of Hydrangea grown as a multi-stemmed shrub that can also be trained to climb, reaching around 3 metres. The foliage is deciduous and the plant produces its summer display between June and September. Sit it in partial shade on a neutral loam that holds moisture yet drains well; that balance suits its root run and reduces stress in warm spells. Choose a north- or east-facing, sheltered spot so young shoots are protected from cold winds and late frosts. Its UK hardiness rating is H6, which translates to very hardy in most British gardens but still benefits from a sheltered aspect. Planting options include mixed borders where it can form a tall element, large containers provided the compost is kept evenly moist, or trained up a sheltered wall where its climbing habit can be used to gain height. When grown against a wall, tie stems gently to supports and keep the root area mulched to conserve moisture. On a sheltered north- or east-facing wall it will reach its 3-metre potential and provide flowering interest from June to September.

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 Chocolate Ever Belles ('Hokomachoko'PBR) (H) size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Shrubs

Habit

Shrubby, climbing

Foliage

Deciduous

Height

3 metres

Suggested uses

Borders, containers, climbing walls

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Hydrangea macrophylla Chocolate Ever Belles ('Hokomachoko'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

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