Hydrangea Black Diamonds Red Angel 2 Litre Pot

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Black Diamonds Red Angel' – Rich Red Blooms & Dark Foliage Drama

Hydrangea 'Black Diamonds Red Angel' is a compact deciduous shrub prized for its vivid red mophead flowers and deep, dark foliage. Perfect for adding bold colour and elegance to borders, containers, or small gardens, it flowers generously throughout the summer months.

Seasonal Highlights

• Spring: Glossy, burgundy-black foliage emerges, creating immediate interest and contrast

• Summer: Large mophead flowers in deep ruby red provide a vibrant display over many weeks.

• Autumn: Flowers deepen in tone as the season progresses; foliage retains its rich colour.

• Winter: Drops its leaves for winter rest, ready to burst back in spring.

Key Features

• Bright red mophead flowers – Intense and saturated, making a real impact in the garden.

• Ultimate Height & Spread: 1 - 1.5m

• Dark, glossy foliage – Rich black-purple leaves create a dramatic backdrop to the blooms.

• Compact growth – Ideal for small gardens, pots, or tight border spaces.

• Long flowering season – Blooms reliably from early summer into autumn.

• Easy to grow – A hardy, low-maintenance shrub that rewards with colour and form.

Perfect For

• Containers and pots – Makes a striking statement on patios and balconies.

• Mixed borders – Adds structure and vivid colour alongside perennials and other shrubs.

• Small gardens – Compact and tidy, it’s perfect for spaces where impact is needed in a limited area.

• Shaded spots – Thrives in part shade, brightening up darker corners of the garden.

Growing Tips

• Sun/Position: Prefers partial shade but can tolerate full sun in cooler locations.

• Soil: Moist, well-drained soil is ideal. Colour remains vivid in neutral to slightly acidic conditions.

• Hardiness: Hardy across the UK, coping well with most weather.

• Care: Prune lightly in early spring, removing old blooms and shaping the plant. Water well in dry periods.

Looks Great With

• Dark-leaved companions – Such as Heuchera or Pittosporum for a moody, cohesive palette.

• Light perennials – Pair with pale flowers like Astrantia or Campanula for contrast.

• Spring bulbs – Underplant with Crocus or Tulips for early-season colour.

• Other Hydrangeas – Create a collection with varied colours and forms for a lush summer display.

Hydrangea 'Black Diamonds Red Angel' brings bold, rich red blooms and dramatic foliage into your garden, with a neat, compact habit that fits beautifully into contemporary designs and traditional borders alike.

Hydrangea Black Diamonds Red Angel 2 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Slow Growing Pink Deciduous

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.