Botanical profile

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Bloomstruck'

Latin name
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Bloomstruck'
Common name
Hydrangea 'Bloomstruck'
Type
Ornamental shrub
Family
Hydrangeaceae

Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Bloomstruck’ is a modern, highly floriferous shrub hydrangea, known for its ability to bloom on both old and new wood, ensuring prolonged and consistent flowering. This variety is distinguished by its large, round inflorescences whose color changes from vibrant pink to deep blue depending on soil acidity, offering a changing and decorative display throughout the summer. Its compact and well-branched habit is perfect for beds, wide borders, and container cultivation. The thick, glossy, dark green deciduous foliage enhances the intensity of the flowers and provides beautiful plant structure. Valued for its reliability and ornamental impact, ‘Bloomstruck’ is an excellent choice for gardens seeking color, consistency, and elegance.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 4
Exposure
Partial shade
Watering
Abundant in hot weather, soil always fresh
Fertilization
Specific hydrangea fertilizer according to the desired color:
Soil type
Humiferous, well-drained, acidic to alkaline (pH influences color)
Minimum temperature
'-28°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Early summer to early fall
Flower color
Pink
Fruiting
Dry, unadorned capsules
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Compact, dense and rounded port, well structured
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
3–4 ft (1–1.2 m)
Width
1.5 m (5 feet)
Growth rate
Medium — steady growth, well-defined rounded shape achieved in 3 to 4 years, requires little pruning to establish structure.
Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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