Overview
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Immaculata' is a shrubby, climbing, groundcover deciduous shrub in the genus Hydrangea, part of the Hydrangeaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 3.0 m tall. Hydrangea macrophylla 'Immaculata' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include borders, containers, groundcover, hedging and specimen planting. It is native to Japan.
About
Hydrangea macrophylla is a species of flowering plant in the family Hydrangeaceae, native and endemic to Japan. It is a deciduous shrub growing to 3 m (10 ft) tall by 2.5 m (8 ft) or more broad with large heads of pink or blue flowers in summer and autumn.
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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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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Hydrangea
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, North-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Immaculata' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- deciduous shrub
- Habit
- Shrubby, Climbing, Groundcover
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 3.0 m
- Suggested uses
- Borders, Containers, Groundcover, Hedging, Specimen planting
- Native to
- Japan
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hydrangea macrophylla 'Immaculata'
- Propagation
- Softwood cuttings, Semi-ripe cuttings, Hardwood cuttings, Layering, Division
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Hydrangea macrophylla 'Immaculata'?
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Immaculata' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Hydrangea macrophylla 'Immaculata' need?
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Immaculata' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How big does Hydrangea macrophylla 'Immaculata' grow?
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Immaculata' reaches a height of 3.0 m.
Is Hydrangea macrophylla 'Immaculata' hardy in the UK?
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Immaculata' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Hydrangea macrophylla 'Immaculata'?
Softwood cuttings, Semi-ripe cuttings, Hardwood cuttings, Layering, Division.
More in the Hydrangea genus
- Hydrangea longifolia
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- Hydrangea macrophylla 'Oregon Pride' (H)Bigleaf Hydrangea
- Hydrangea macrophylla 'Rosewarne Lace' (L)Bigleaf Hydrangea
- Hydrangea macrophylla 'Rotkehlchen' (Teller Series) (L)Bigleaf Hydrangea
- Hydrangea macrophylla 'Sweet Verena'PBR (H)Bigleaf Hydrangea
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- Hydrangea macrophylla Hi River ('Hiriv'PBR) (H)Bigleaf Hydrangea