{"product_id":"hydrangea-teller-black-steel-blue-5-litre-pot","title":"Hydrangea Teller Black Steel Blue 5 Litre Pot","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"410\" data-end=\"499\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"413\" data-end=\"499\"\u003eHydrangea Teller ‘Black Steel Blue’ – Elegant Blue Lacecap Flowers with Dark Stems\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"501\" data-end=\"851\"\u003eHydrangea Teller \u003cem data-start=\"518\" data-end=\"538\"\u003e‘Black Steel Blue’\u003c\/em\u003e is a refined lacecap hydrangea that combines delicate floral detail with striking, dark stems for a contemporary garden look. Its flat flower heads feature a central cluster of tiny fertile flowers surrounded by larger, rich blue outer florets, creating a soft yet eye-catching display through the summer months.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"853\" data-end=\"1121\"\u003eThe deep blue colouring is particularly vivid in acidic soils, where the tones intensify beautifully against the plant’s dark, almost black stems. Glossy green foliage provides a lush backdrop, enhancing both the colour contrast and the overall structure of the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1123\" data-end=\"1438\"\u003eFlowering from early to late summer, \u003cem data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1180\"\u003e‘Black Steel Blue’\u003c\/em\u003e offers a lighter, more natural alternative to traditional mophead hydrangeas, while still delivering strong seasonal impact. 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