Overview
Hydrangea macrophylla Hi Tornado ('Hitor'PBR) (H) is a shrub shrubs in the genus Hydrangea, part of the Hydrangeaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hydrangea macrophylla Hi Tornado ('Hitor'PBR) (H) grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam and clay soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1a. Suggested uses include borders and containers.
About
Hydrangea macrophylla Hi Tornado ('Hitor'PBR) is a cultivar of Hydrangea macrophylla grown for its large summer flowerheads, which commonly appear pink or blue. It is a deciduous shrub that flowers from June to September. Plant in full sun or partial shade in loam or clay that stays moist but drains freely; it tolerates acid to alkaline soils. As an H1a-rated hydrangea it is tender in the UK and suits borders or containers where winter protection can be provided.
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.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Hydrangea
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam, Clay
- Soil pH
- Acidic, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered, Exposed
- UK hardiness
- H1a
Plant details
Hydrangea macrophylla Hi Tornado ('Hitor'PBR) (H) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Shrub
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Borders, Containers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hydrangea macrophylla Hi Tornado ('Hitor'PBR) (H)
- Propagation
- Cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-resistant
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-resistant
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Hydrangea macrophylla Hi Tornado ('Hitor'PBR) (H)?
Hydrangea macrophylla Hi Tornado ('Hitor'PBR) (H) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered and exposed positions.
What soil does Hydrangea macrophylla Hi Tornado ('Hitor'PBR) (H) need?
Hydrangea macrophylla Hi Tornado ('Hitor'PBR) (H) grows best in loam and clay soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Hydrangea macrophylla Hi Tornado ('Hitor'PBR) (H) hardy in the UK?
Hydrangea macrophylla Hi Tornado ('Hitor'PBR) (H) has an RHS hardiness rating of H1a, meaning it needs tropical warmth above 15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Hydrangea macrophylla Hi Tornado ('Hitor'PBR) (H)?
Cuttings.
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- Hydrangea arborescens 'Astrid Lindgren'hydrangea 'Astrid Lindgren'
- Hydrangea arborescens 'Pink Percussion'
- Hydrangea gracilis
- Hydrangea heteromalla 'Krista'
- Hydrangea hirta
- Hydrangea hydrangeoides 'Shiro-fuka-fukurin-fu' (v)Japanese hydrangea vine 'Shiro-fuka-fukurin-fu'
- Hydrangea involucrata 'Late Love'hydrangea 'Late Love'
