Botanical profile

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Magical Amethyst'

Latin name
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Everlasting Amethyst'
Common name
Hydrangea 'Magical Amethyst'
Type
Ornamental shrub
Family
Hydrangeaceae

Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Magical Amethyst’ is a spectacular shrubby hydrangea, renowned for the remarkable color evolution of its inflorescences throughout the season. Its large spherical flowers gradually change from deep pink to amethyst green, then take on deeper shades at the end of summer, offering lasting decorative interest even after flowering. This variety is distinguished by its dark green, thick, and well-textured deciduous foliage, which highlights the transformation of the flowers. Its habit is compact and balanced, slightly wider than tall, making it ideal for structured beds, sheltered borders, and container cultivation. ‘Magical Amethyst’ is appreciated for its consistent flowering, good flower retention, and changing visual effect, bringing sophistication and originality to the garden.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 4
Exposure
Partial shade
Watering
Regular
Fertilization
Regular, hydrangea fertilizer
Soil type
Fresh, rich, slightly acidic and well-drained
Minimum temperature
-25°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Summer
Flower color
Rose becoming green amethyst
Fruiting
Dry, unadorned capsules
Foliage color
Dark green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Compact, rounded shrub
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
3–4 ft (1–1.2 m)
Width
4–5 ft (1.2–1.5 m)
Growth rate
Moderate
Vegetable garden and yield

Companion planting, spacing and harvest

Harvest period
TRUE
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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