Name: Hydrangea macrophylla 'Cherry-Go-Round'
Brand: Pépinière.ca
Availability: OutOfStock

Latin name

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Cherry-Go-Round'

Common name

Large-leaved hydrangea 'Cherry-Go-Round'

Type

Ornamental shrub

Family

Hydrangeaceae

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Cherry-Go-Round' captivates with its large, round, cherry-red inflorescences, borne on a compact shrub with glossy green foliage. A very floriferous plant, it offers a long flowering period, ideal for adding a bold splash of color to the garden or patio. Thanks to its small size, it fits perfectly into small spaces, containers, or border plantings. A highly decorative choice, easy to maintain, and very effective for a wow effect.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone

Zone 5

Exposure

Partial shade

Watering

Abundant in hot weather, soil always fresh

Fertilization

Specific hydrangea fertilizer according to the desired color:

Blue flowers → acidifying fertilizer (7-3-3 or 10-30-10) + aluminum sulfate

Pink flowers → balanced fertilizer (10-10-10) + lime if necessary
Apply in spring, then a second time at the beginning of summer.

Soil type

Humiferous, well-drained, acidic to alkaline (pH influences color)

Minimum temperature

'-28°C

Blooming period

Early summer to early fall

Flower color

Red

Fruiting

Fruits are not abundant and not decorative.

Foliage color

Green

Foliage type

Obsolete

Shape

Compact, dense and rounded port, well structured

Height

1 to 1.2 m (39 to 48 inches)

Width

1.2 m (4 feet)

Growth rate

Medium — steady growth, well-defined rounded shape achieved in 3 to 4 years, requires little pruning to establish structure.

Pets

Pollinators

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.