Hydrangea serrata 'Preziosa'

Preziosa Hydrangea

Deciduous Shrub

Hydrangea serrata 'Preziosa' has a wonderful seasonal flow. Burgundy-infused foliage provides an effective back drop for mop head flowers that start ivory, age to pink, and become increasingly color saturated; becoming red to maroon through the summer and into fall.

Growing Conditions

Zone: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Exposure: Full Shade, Part Shade, Filtered Sun, Morning Sun, Open Shade

Water Needs: Average, Regular / Even

Description

Size: 48 - 72 tall x 48 - 72 wide
Shape / Form: Rounded
Foliage Texture: Medium
Foliage Quality: Medium

Features: Attractive Foliage, Fall Color, Flowers, Long Blooming, Low Maintenance

Foliage Color: Green
Fall Color: Burgundy / Maroon, Reliable Fall Color

Flower Color: Mutli-color, Pink, Ivory / Cream
Bloom Season: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Summer
Flower Shape: Cluster


Uses and Applications

Landscape Uses: Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens, Mixed Border, Small Gardens, Structure / Foundation
Special Situations: Courtyard / Urban Garden, Once-a-Year Maintenance

More Design Considerations

Season of Interest: Spring, Summer, Fall, Pleasing Seasonal Changes, Late Spring / Early Summer, Late Summer / Early Fall, Late Fall / Early Winter, Three Seasons of Interest
Position / Role: mid-plane filler
Plant Behavior: Well Behaved / Companionable
Collections: eGardenGo Favorite, Great Plant Pick, Plants That Earn Their Keep

Care and Maintenance

Maintenance Level: low, medium


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