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Hydrangea diamond rouge: description, planting and care
The inflorescences of the Diamond Rouge variety are colored in the reddest shade found among hydrangea varieties. This gives the plant unique decorative properties.
Description of Diamond Puj hydrangea
The shrub attracts attention with its voluminous pyramidal inflorescences. Their length ranges from 30 to 40 cm. Lush flowers change color as they grow. They are initially pure white. Within a week, the color becomes pale pink. After a month, the inflorescences acquire a bright purple tone. In autumn, when the flowering period is over, they turn purple-red.
Hydrangea “Diamond Rouge” is notable for its inflorescences that change shade
The unique color of the inflorescences is not the only advantage of the plant. Hydrangea “Diamond Rouge” is valued for a number of advantages:
- Long bloom – the first flowers begin to form in July and last until the end of September;
- Dense foliage – large and wide leaves change color at different times of the year. In the spring they retain their green color, and in the fall they transform to dark purple tones;
- Frost resistance – only young seedlings need shelter for the winter. Mature plants can tolerate cold.
The hydrangea root system is located close to the soil surface. The branches are strong enough to withstand the pressure of large inflorescences. Flowering begins in the 3rd year of life.
Planting and caring for hydrangea “Diamond Rouge”
Clay and loamy soils are suitable for planting hydrangeas. The plant does not tolerate high lime content, so it is better to grow it on acidic soils. A closely spaced root system needs high humidity and fertility. The soil must contain organic fertilizers. The seedling is transplanted into a hole with a diameter of about 70 cm. It is important not to deepen the root collar. The soil must remain loose. After planting, the soil is moistened and fertilized. When choosing a landing site, you should pay attention to some factors:
- Illumination – the plant needs sunlight to preserve the bright shade of the inflorescences. Growing in partial shade is acceptable;
- Lack of drafts – heat-loving bush does not tolerate strong winds;
- Green spaces – moisture-loving hydrangea does not tolerate proximity to plants that consume a lot of liquid. It is planted next to ground cover flowers.
Shrub care involves abundant watering, feeding and pruning. He needs a lot of fertilizer.
Hydrangeas are grown in single and mixed plantings. The variety “Diamond Rouge” will become an accent among garden plantings.