{"product_id":"hydrangea-mac-red-ball-30-litre-pot","title":"Hydrangea Mac Red Ball 30 Litre Pot","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"137\" data-end=\"221\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"140\" data-end=\"221\"\u003eHydrangea macrophylla 'Red Ball' – Rich Red Colour in a Compact, Classic Form\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"223\" data-end=\"468\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"223\" data-end=\"257\"\u003eHydrangea macrophylla 'Red Ball'\u003c\/em\u003e is a bold, deciduous shrub prized for its intense red mophead flowers and tidy, rounded habit. Ideal for borders, containers, or shaded spots, it brings a splash of vivid colour and classic charm to any garden.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"470\" data-end=\"473\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003ch3 data-start=\"475\" data-end=\"502\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"479\" data-end=\"502\"\u003eSeasonal Highlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul data-start=\"504\" data-end=\"877\"\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"504\" data-end=\"587\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"506\" data-end=\"587\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"506\" data-end=\"516\"\u003eSpring\u003c\/strong\u003e: Fresh green foliage emerges, forming a compact mound of leafy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"588\" data-end=\"684\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"590\" data-end=\"684\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"590\" data-end=\"600\"\u003eSummer\u003c\/strong\u003e: Large, rich red mophead blooms appear in profusion, lasting throughout the season.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"779\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"687\" data-end=\"779\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"687\" data-end=\"697\"\u003eAutumn\u003c\/strong\u003e: Flowers deepen in tone, and leaves maintain structure and colour before falling.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"780\" data-end=\"877\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"782\" data-end=\"877\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"782\" data-end=\"792\"\u003eWinter\u003c\/strong\u003e: Deciduous – stems remain upright, and dried blooms can be left for winter interest.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"879\" data-end=\"882\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003ch3 data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"904\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"888\" data-end=\"904\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul data-start=\"906\" data-end=\"1338\"\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"906\" data-end=\"1001\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"1001\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"935\"\u003eDeep red mophead blooms\u003c\/strong\u003e – Eye-catching and dramatic, ideal for standout planting schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1079\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1079\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1025\"\u003eCompact and bushy\u003c\/strong\u003e – Great for small gardens, patios, and mixed borders.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1080\" data-end=\"1162\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1082\" data-end=\"1162\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1082\" data-end=\"1107\"\u003eLong flowering season\u003c\/strong\u003e – Blooms reliably from early summer through to autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1163\" data-end=\"1248\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1248\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1184\"\u003eLow maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e – Easy to grow and care for, with excellent disease resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1338\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1338\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1269\"\u003eGreat in shade\u003c\/strong\u003e – Thrives in part shade and adds colour where other plants struggle.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"1340\" data-end=\"1343\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003ch3 data-start=\"1345\" data-end=\"1364\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1349\" data-end=\"1364\"\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul data-start=\"1366\" data-end=\"1666\"\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1366\" data-end=\"1429\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1368\" data-end=\"1429\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1368\" data-end=\"1388\"\u003eBorders and beds\u003c\/strong\u003e – Adds bold colour in layered plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1430\" data-end=\"1499\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1499\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003ePatio pots\u003c\/strong\u003e – Compact form suits container planting beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1582\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1502\" data-end=\"1582\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1502\" data-end=\"1519\"\u003eShady corners\u003c\/strong\u003e – Brightens darker areas of the garden with its vivid flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1666\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1585\" data-end=\"1666\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1585\" data-end=\"1620\"\u003eTraditional and cottage gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e – A timeless plant with strong visual impact.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"1668\" data-end=\"1671\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003ch3 data-start=\"1673\" data-end=\"1693\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1677\" data-end=\"1693\"\u003eGrowing Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul data-start=\"1695\" data-end=\"2051\"\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1695\" data-end=\"1782\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1697\" data-end=\"1782\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1697\" data-end=\"1713\"\u003eSun\/Position\u003c\/strong\u003e: Prefers part shade but will tolerate full sun if kept well watered.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1783\" data-end=\"1885\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1785\" data-end=\"1885\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1785\" data-end=\"1793\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e: Moist, well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline soils help maintain its rich red colour.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1886\" data-end=\"1933\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1888\" data-end=\"1933\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1888\" data-end=\"1901\"\u003eHardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e: Fully hardy throughout the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1934\" data-end=\"2051\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1936\" data-end=\"2051\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1936\" data-end=\"1944\"\u003eCare\u003c\/strong\u003e: Lightly prune in spring to remove old blooms and tidy shape. Mulch annually and water during dry periods.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"2053\" data-end=\"2056\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003ch3 data-start=\"2058\" data-end=\"2082\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2062\" data-end=\"2082\"\u003eLooks Great With\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul data-start=\"2084\" data-end=\"2433\"\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2084\" data-end=\"2190\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2086\" data-end=\"2190\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2086\" data-end=\"2111\"\u003eWhite-flowered plants\u003c\/strong\u003e – Contrast with white hydrangeas or perennials like Anemone ‘Honorine Jobert’.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2191\" data-end=\"2254\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2193\" data-end=\"2254\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2193\" data-end=\"2215\"\u003eOrnamental grasses\u003c\/strong\u003e – Add movement and soften bold blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2255\" data-end=\"2320\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2257\" data-end=\"2320\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2257\" data-end=\"2271\"\u003eEvergreens\u003c\/strong\u003e – Pair with box or dwarf conifers for structure.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2321\" data-end=\"2433\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2323\" data-end=\"2433\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2323\" data-end=\"2352\"\u003eOther red-toned varieties\u003c\/strong\u003e – Create depth with plants like Heuchera ‘Palace Purple’ or dark-leaved dahlias.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"2435\" data-end=\"2438\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2440\" data-end=\"2644\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2440\" data-end=\"2474\"\u003eHydrangea macrophylla 'Red Ball'\u003c\/em\u003e delivers striking colour and lush summer blooms in a compact, easy-care package. 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