{"product_id":"hydrangea-macro-endless-summer-bloomstar-20-litre-pot-60-80cm-september-delivery","title":"Hydrangea Macro Endless Summer Bloomstar 20 Litre Pot 60\/80cm September Delivery","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHydrangea macrophylla 'Bloomstar' – Endless Summer Blooms in Captivating Bicolour\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHydrangea macrophylla 'Bloomstar'\u003c\/strong\u003e, sold under the Endless Summer collection, is a truly exceptional reblooming hydrangea that delivers wave after wave of colour from early summer right through to autumn. Unlike traditional macrophylla varieties that flower only once on old wood, 'Bloomstar' blooms reliably on both old and new growth, making it far more resilient to late frosts or accidental hard pruning and ensuring an extended, generous flowering season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe flowers are a showstopper in their own right — large, lacecap-style blooms featuring a ring of showy outer florets surrounding a central cluster of delicate fertile flowers. The petals display a striking bicolour effect, with each floret edged or washed in contrasting tones that shift depending on soil pH: expect vivid pinks and rosy reds in more alkaline soils, transitioning to rich mauves and true blues in more acidic conditions. This colour-changing character adds an element of discovery to growing 'Bloomstar' year on year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eForming a compact, well-branched mound of glossy deep green foliage, 'Bloomstar' is an elegant and versatile garden shrub. Its tidy habit makes it equally at home in formal borders, relaxed cottage gardens, or as a standout feature in a large container on a sheltered patio or terrace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Hydrangea macrophylla 'Bloomstar'?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReblooms All Season\u003c\/strong\u003e – Flowers on both old and new wood for colour from early summer to autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStunning Lacecap Blooms\u003c\/strong\u003e – Elegant bicolour flowers with intricate detail and real garden presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH-Responsive Colour\u003c\/strong\u003e – Blooms shift from pink to blue depending on your soil, offering a personalised display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompact \u0026amp; Tidy Habit\u003c\/strong\u003e – Well-suited to borders, beds, and generous containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCold Hardy\u003c\/strong\u003e – More resilient than many macrophylla varieties thanks to its reblooming genetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Growing Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 'Bloomstar' performs best in a sheltered spot with morning sun and afternoon shade, or in dappled light throughout the day. Avoid harsh, exposed positions or prolonged deep shade, which can reduce flowering. A south- or west-facing sheltered border or patio is ideal in cooler climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives in fertile, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil enriched with plenty of organic matter. Soil pH has a significant influence on flower colour — acidic soils (pH 5.5 and below) encourage blue and mauve tones, while neutral to alkaline soils produce pinks and reds. Incorporate ericaceous compost or aluminium sulphate to encourage bluing, or garden lime to promote pink shades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy in most UK and temperate European conditions, though young growth emerging in spring can be susceptible to late frosts. Planting in a sheltered position and applying a protective mulch over winter will help safeguard the plant and its overwintering buds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the soil consistently moist, particularly during warm or dry spells. Hydrangeas are thirsty plants and will wilt quickly under drought stress — regular deep watering is far more beneficial than frequent light watering. Mulching around the base helps retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a balanced slow-release fertiliser in early spring as growth resumes. A specialist hydrangea feed or ericaceous fertiliser will support healthy foliage and abundant blooms. Avoid high-nitrogen feeds, which can promote leafy growth at the expense of flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Because 'Bloomstar' blooms on both old and new wood, avoid cutting back hard in the way you might with arborescens varieties. Instead, in early spring, remove only dead, damaged, or crossing stems, and lightly tidy the overall shape. Deadhead spent blooms after flowering or leave them for winter interest and some protection to the buds below. If old wood is damaged by frost, cut back to healthy buds once the risk of frost has passed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Planting Ideas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in a \u003cstrong\u003esheltered mixed border\u003c\/strong\u003e alongside roses, salvias, and geraniums for a classic cottage garden feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse as a \u003cstrong\u003estandout specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e in a large glazed container on a shaded patio or courtyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eCombine with \u003cstrong\u003ehostas, ferns, and astilbes\u003c\/strong\u003e in a lightly shaded woodland-style planting for complementary texture and form.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eMass plant for a \u003cstrong\u003edramatic seasonal display\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly effective when multiple plants transition through their colour range together.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcellent as a \u003cstrong\u003ecut flower\u003c\/strong\u003e — the lacecap blooms are long-lasting in a vase and can also be dried for indoor arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHydrangea macrophylla 'Bloomstar'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a sophisticated and rewarding garden shrub that earns its place year after year through sheer flower power and adaptability. 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