Botanical profile

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Cherry Explosion'

Latin name
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Cherry Explosion'
Common name
Large-leaved hydrangea 'Cherry Explosion'
Type
Shrub
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.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 5
Exposure
Partial shade
Watering
Regular watering
Fertilization
Acid-loving fertilizer in spring. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Not recommended – use Bionik rooting agent or ground bone.
Soil type
Acidic to slightly acidic, cool and well-drained
Minimum temperature
'-28°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Summer
Flower color
Red
Fruiting
Capsules barely visible after flowering.
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Dwarf
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
1 to 1.2 m (39 to 48 inches)
Width
1.5 m (5 feet)
Growth rate
average
Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

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