Hydrangea

Hydrangeas · Hydrangea · Spectacular blooms

Hydrangeas that transform the entire look of the garden

Generous, architectural and full of colour, hydrangeas create an instant impact in the garden. Learn how to choose, plant and care for Hydrangea paniculata, macrophylla, arborescens and petiolaris according to your space, light conditions and desired effect.

Long-lasting blooms Spectacular volume Varieties for sun and part shade
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Hydrangea paniculata blooming in a landscaped garden bed

Why hydrangeas are so loved

Blooms that take over the garden

Hydrangeas and hortensias are loved for their generous flowers, dense foliage and ability to quickly transform the look of a landscape.

In garden beds, borders or near the house, they create a strong presence without needing a complicated design.

Impact Spectacular floral volume from the heart of summer.
Style Perfect for both romantic gardens and modern landscapes.
Effect A structural plant that instantly adds character.

Choosing the right hydrangea

Which hydrangea should you choose for your space?

Each type of hydrangea has its own strength. Some handle sun better, while others are ideal for part shade, walls, large white blooms or decorative foliage.

Need
Best choice
Why
Full sun
Hydrangea paniculata

The best choice for bright locations. It often produces large flower panicles and handles sun better than many other hydrangea types.

Part shade
Hydrangea macrophylla or arborescens

Ideal for areas with soft light, morning sun or afternoon protection. Perfect near the house or in cooler garden designs.

Wall or fence
Hydrangea petiolaris

A climbing hydrangea perfect for covering a vertical structure, adding texture and creating a natural effect on a wall or fence.

Large white effect
Hydrangea arborescens

Excellent for generous, soft and luminous white flowering. Very useful for brightening a garden bed or creating a classic effect.

Decorative foliage
Hydrangea quercifolia

Known for its textured oak-like leaves, natural habit and extended seasonal interest.

Paniculata · Macrophylla · Petiolaris · Arborescens · Quercifolia

Five types of hydrangeas to create the right garden effect

Close-up of cone-shaped Hydrangea paniculata flowers
Hydrangea paniculata

For spectacular cone-shaped blooms

Hydrangea paniculata is perfect for abundant, highly visible blooms that are easy to integrate into a garden bed. Varieties like Grandiflora, Bobo or Fraise Vanille quickly create a strong effect.

panicle hydrangea grandiflora
Hydrangea macrophylla with large colourful round blooms
Hydrangea macrophylla

For large round colourful flowers

Macrophylla is known for its large flower heads. Depending on soil pH and amendments used, some varieties can produce blue, pink or purple tones.

bigleaf hydrangea macrophylla
Climbing Hydrangea petiolaris with white blooms
Hydrangea petiolaris

For covering a wall or fence

Hydrangea petiolaris is a climbing hydrangea ideal for covering a vertical structure, adding texture and bringing a natural dimension to a bright or lightly shaded space.

climbing hydrangea petiolaris
Hydrangea arborescens with large white rounded blooms
Hydrangea arborescens

For generous white flowering

Hydrangea arborescens is loved for its large rounded blooms, often white or greenish, and its soft natural habit. It works beautifully in garden beds, bright gardens and softer planting designs.

smooth hydrangea arborescens
Hydrangea quercifolia with oak-shaped foliage
Hydrangea quercifolia

For textured foliage and a natural effect

Hydrangea quercifolia stands out for its oak-like foliage, elegant panicles and long seasonal interest. It brings a wilder, more architectural texture to the garden.

oakleaf hydrangea quercifolia
Gros plan de fleurs d’hortensia bleu, aussi appelé Hydrangea macrophylla

Hydrangées bleues

La couleur des fleurs commence dans le sol

Chez certains Hydrangea macrophylla, la couleur des fleurs peut être influencée par le pH du sol. Un sol plus acide favorise souvent les teintes bleues, tandis qu’un sol plus alcalin favorise les teintes roses.

Les hortensias blancs, plusieurs Hydrangea paniculata et plusieurs Hydrangea arborescens ne changent généralement pas de couleur. Il faut donc choisir la bonne variété avant d’essayer d’obtenir des hydrangées bleues.

Sol acide
bleu
Sol neutre
mauve
Sol alcalin
rose

Engrais · Acidifiant · Sol

Les essentiels pour des hydrangeas en pleine forme

Pour soutenir une floraison généreuse, améliorer la couleur des fleurs et garder un sol frais, choisissez les bons produits d’entretien : engrais adapté, acidifiant, compost, paillis, terreau et amendements pour hydrangeas.

Engrais, acidifiant et produits pour garder un sol riche, frais et adapté aux hydrangeas.

Nutrition Engrais pour favoriser la croissance et la floraison.
Couleur Acidifiant pour aider à intensifier les teintes bleues.
Sol Compost, terreau et paillis pour garder une humidité stable.
Engrais Acidifiant Compost Paillis

Our species

Discover hydrangea species and garden types

Explore the main types of hydrangeas for the garden, including paniculata, macrophylla, arborescens, petiolaris and other ornamental groups appreciated for their generous blooms, shape, color and strong landscape presence.