Hydrangea Mac Blue Ball 3 Litre Pot

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Blue Ball' – Vivid Colour with Classic Cottage Garden Charm

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Blue Ball' is a striking deciduous shrub known for its bold, rounded blue mophead flowers and attractive mid-green foliage. Compact and reliable, it’s a perfect choice for adding rich colour and structure to borders, containers, and shaded garden spots.

Seasonal Highlights

• Spring: Fresh green leaves emerge, forming a neat and healthy base for the summer display.

• Summer: Vivid blue mophead blooms appear in abundance, lasting through the warmest months.

• Autumn: Flowers mature to deeper shades while foliage remains lush and full.

• Winter: Loses its leaves but retains shape and structure; spent flower heads add winter interest if left on.

Key Features

• Bright blue flowers – Striking mopheads add a vibrant splash of colour.

• Neat, compact habit – Perfect for patios, small gardens, and containers.

• Long blooming season – Flowers from early summer right through to early autumn.

• Low maintenance – Easy to grow and care for with excellent hardiness.

• Shade tolerant – Performs well in part shade or dappled sunlight.

Perfect For

• Borders and beds – Adds bold seasonal colour in mixed plantings.

• Pots and planters – Great in containers on terraces or near entrances.

• Shady garden areas – Brightens corners where other flowers may fade.

• Traditional and cottage gardens – A classic hydrangea shape and colour.

Growing Tips

• Sun/Position: Best in partial shade but tolerates full sun with enough moisture.

• Soil: Requires moist, well-drained, acidic soil to maintain the intense blue flower colour. In neutral/alkaline soils, flowers may turn pink.

• Hardiness: Fully hardy in the UK.

• Care: Remove old flower heads in spring and prune lightly to maintain shape. Feed with ericaceous fertiliser if growing in containers or alkaline soils.

Looks Great With

• Other Hydrangeas – Create a vibrant collection with white, pink, or red varieties.

• Ferns and Hostas – Combine for layered texture in shaded spots.

• Evergreens – Pair with clipped box or Pittosporum for year-round structure.

• Perennials – Works well with Geranium, Astrantia, or Campanula for colour contrast.

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Blue Ball' offers stunning colour, lush foliage, and easy-care growth in a compact form. A classic blue hydrangea that delivers timeless summer impact wherever it’s planted.