Trees and shrubs

Magical Crimson Hydrangea

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Hardiness Zone 5

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Family Hydrangeaceae

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Magical Crimson' is a compact, very free-flowering hydrangea, prized for its dark red, globe-shaped flowers with purplish-brown highlights, which maintain their color intensity until the end of the season. Its flowering begins bright pink, then quickly intensifies to darker shades over the weeks. Its rounded, dense, and well-branched habit makes it a perfect choice for borders, small beds, or container cultivation. Its shiny dark green foliage creates a stark contrast with the inflorescences. Thanks to its exceptional flower retention and reduced size, 'Magical Crimson' is suitable for urban gardens as well as more traditional landscaping. An elegant and reliable variety for a strong visual impact without complex maintenance.

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Magical Crimson'

Soil and care

The rightconditions.

Fertilization Spring, with fertilizer for flowering shrubs

Bloom and dimensions

The completeprofile.

Bloom periodSummer
Flower colorVivid pink becoming dark purplish red
Foliage colorBright dark green
Foliage typeObsolete
FruitingWithout ornamental interest
Maximum height4 ft (1.2 m)
Maximum width4 ft (1.2 m)
Growth rateModerate
Hardiness zoneZone 5
Minimum temperature-30°C

Its strengths, naturally.

Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies