Trees and shrubs

Large-leaved hydrangea 'Cherry Explosion'

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Hardiness Zone 5

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Family Hydrangeaceae

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Cherry Explosion' lives up to its name with its flat, intense cherry-red flowers with white centers, which form a striking contrast against the dark green foliage. This unique cultivar attracts attention all summer long with abundant, sustained blooms. Perfect for flower borders or beds in partial shade, it maintains a beautiful compactness and tolerates growing in pots well. Its vibrant color, uncommon among hydrangeas, makes it a real focal point.

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Cherry Explosion'

Soil and care

The right conditions.

Hardiness zone Zone 5
Minimum temperature '-28°C
Fertilization
Acid-loving fertilizer in spring. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Not recommended – use Bionik rooting agent or ground bone.

Bloom and dimensions

The complete profile.

Flower color Red
Foliage color Green
Foliage type Obsolete
Growth rate average
Bloom period
Summer
Fruiting
Capsules barely visible after flowering.
Maximum height 1 to 1.2 m (39 to 48 inches)
Maximum width 1.5 m (5 feet)

Its strengths, naturally.

Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

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Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

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