Overview
Hydrangea macrophylla Magical Red Amethyst ('Hokomareda') (Magical Series) (H) is a shrubby, climbing shrubs in the genus Hydrangea, part of the Hydrangeaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hydrangea macrophylla Magical Red Amethyst ('Hokomareda') (Magical Series) (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 Magical Red Amethyst ('Hokomareda') 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, offering interest through summer and autumn. This cultivar thrives in moist but well-drained, neutral loam soil, preferring partial shade and sheltered positions such as north- or east-facing aspects. Suitable for borders, containers, or climbing walls, it is hardy to UK zone H6 and benefits from annual mulching with well-rotted organic matter.
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
- 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 Magical Red Amethyst ('Hokomareda') (Magical Series) (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 Magical Red Amethyst ('Hokomareda') (Magical Series) (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 Magical Red Amethyst ('Hokomareda') (Magical Series) (H)?
Hydrangea macrophylla Magical Red Amethyst ('Hokomareda') (Magical Series) (H) prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Hydrangea macrophylla Magical Red Amethyst ('Hokomareda') (Magical Series) (H) need?
Hydrangea macrophylla Magical Red Amethyst ('Hokomareda') (Magical Series) (H) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Hydrangea macrophylla Magical Red Amethyst ('Hokomareda') (Magical Series) (H) hardy in the UK?
Hydrangea macrophylla Magical Red Amethyst ('Hokomareda') (Magical Series) (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 Magical Red Amethyst ('Hokomareda') (Magical Series) (H)?
Softwood cuttings, semi-ripe cuttings, hardwood cuttings.
More in the Hydrangea genus
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- Hydrangea arborescens 'Astrid Lindgren'hydrangea 'Astrid Lindgren'
- Hydrangea arborescens 'Pink Percussion'
- Hydrangea gracilis
- Hydrangea heteromalla 'Krista'
- Hydrangea hirta
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- Hydrangea involucrata 'Late Love'hydrangea 'Late Love'
