Hydrangea Mac. Soft Pink Salsa 5 Litre Pot

Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Soft Pink Salsa’ – A Blush of Bold Beauty

Add a romantic flourish to your garden with Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Soft Pink Salsa’, a show-stopping deciduous shrub admired for its large, mophead blooms in a warm, soft pink tone. Flowering through summer and into early autumn, this hydrangea brings long-lasting colour, texture, and structure to borders, containers, and mixed plantings.

Compact, reliable, and incredibly floriferous, ‘Soft Pink Salsa’ is the perfect choice for those looking to create a gentle, romantic atmosphere or brighten up shaded corners with its luminous pastel flowers.

Why Grow Hydrangea ‘Soft Pink Salsa’?

💗 Lush Mophead Blooms
The large, rounded flower heads are made up of tightly packed pink florets, creating a full, luxurious look. Blooms typically appear from June through September.

🎨 Colour Stability
‘Soft Pink Salsa’ retains its beautiful blush-pink colour reliably in neutral to alkaline soils, unlike many hydrangeas that shift to blue.

🏡 Perfect for Containers or Small Gardens
Its compact size makes it ideal for growing in pots, on patios, or in borders where space is limited.

🌿 Easy to Grow and Maintain
A forgiving and low-maintenance shrub that rewards minimal care with months of stunning display.

🐝 Pollinator Friendly
While not the most nectar-rich, the showy blooms attract a variety of insects and pollinators.

How to Grow Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Soft Pink Salsa’

Position:
Best in partial shade, especially with protection from hot afternoon sun. Tolerates full sun if soil is consistently moist.

Height & Spread:
Reaches approx. 1–1.2m high and wide at maturity.

Soil:
Prefers moist, fertile, well-drained soil. Pink tones are preserved in neutral to alkaline soils.

Watering:
Hydrangeas need regular watering, especially in dry periods. Keep soil consistently moist, particularly in the flowering season.

Pruning:
Prune lightly in early spring, removing dead heads and weak stems. Avoid hard pruning which can reduce flowering.

Hardiness:
Fully hardy in most UK regions. Protect flower buds in colder climates with a mulch or fleece in late winter.

Design Ideas

• Plant as a standalone feature shrub or in groups for impact.

• Lovely paired with white roses, salvia, or campanulas in soft-toned borders.

• Works well in cottage gardens, shaded areas, or urban patios in containers.

• Combine with evergreen shrubs for year-round structure and seasonal flair.

Final Thought

With its soft, romantic colour palette and generous summer blooms, Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Soft Pink Salsa’ adds elegance, warmth, and charm to any space. Whether you're creating a calming pastel border or adding impact to a pot display, this compact hydrangea is a versatile and timeless garden favourite.

Hydrangea Mac. Soft Pink Salsa 5 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Slow Growing Blue 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.