Botanical profile

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Miss Saori'

Latin name
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Miss Saori'
Common name
Hydrangea 'Miss Saori'
Type
Ornamental shrub
Family
Hydrangeaceae

Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Miss Saori’ is an exceptional shrubby hydrangea, renowned for its refined elegance and spectacular bicolour blooms. This award-winning variety stands out with its large spherical inflorescences composed of double white flowers finely edged with vibrant pink, creating a sharp and very decorative contrast. Its overall habit is compact, well-branched, and slightly rounded, making it ideal for structured beds, elegant borders, and container growing. The thick, glossy, dark green deciduous foliage beautifully highlights the extended summer blooming. Unlike many Hydrangea macrophylla varieties, ‘Miss Saori’ offers excellent flower retention and good tolerance to varying conditions. Highly valued for its significant ornamental appeal, it brings a sophisticated touch to bright shade gardens and contemporary landscapes.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 5
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
White edged with pink
Fruiting
Dry, unadorned capsules
Foliage color
Dark green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Compact, rounded, and dense shrub
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
3.3–4 ft (1–1.2 m)
Width
3.3–4 ft (1–1.2 m)
Growth rate
Moderate
Vegetable garden and yield

Companion planting, spacing and harvest

Harvest period
TRUE
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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.