Nightingale Hydrangea is a stunning shrub grown in zones 5-9. It produces gorgeous indigo-purple flowers and is drought-tolerant. Comes in a 1-gallon size.
Nightingale Hydrangea Shrub -Gorgeous Indigo/Purple Flowers,
The Nightingale Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla 'Nightingale') is a beautiful and unique cultivar of Hydrangea macrophylla, also known as the bigleaf hydrangea. It is known for its large, mophead-shaped flower clusters that can be up to 8 inches across. The flowers are typically indigo or purple, but they can also be blue or white, depending on the soil pH.
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The Nightingale Hydrangea is a relatively new cultivar, having been introduced in the 2000s. It is a sport of the popular Hydrangea macrophylla 'Endless Summer'. A sport is a plant that arises from a spontaneous mutation of another plant.
The Nightingale Hydrangea is a vigorous grower and can reach heights of 4-6 feet. It has a rounded habit and is relatively easy to care for. The Nightingale Hydrangea prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly, especially during the first few weeks after planting. Fertilize the Nightingale Hydrangea in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
The Nightingale Hydrangea is a beautiful and versatile plant that can be used in a variety of garden settings. It is a good choice for foundation plantings, borders, and mass plantings. The Nightingale Hydrangea can also be grown in containers.
Here are some tips for planting and caring for the Nightingale Hydrangea:
- Choose a sunny spot with well-drained soil.
- Plant the Nightingale Hydrangea in the spring or fall.
- Water the plant regularly, especially during the first few weeks after planting.
- Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer in the spring.
- Prune the plant in the late winter or early spring to remove dead or diseased wood and to encourage new growth.
- The Nightingale Hydrangea is susceptible to a number of pests and diseases, including aphids, mealybugs, and scale insects. Be sure to inspect your plant regularly for pests and diseases and treat them immediately if you see any.
With proper care, your Nightingale Hydrangea will thrive for many years to come and provide you with years of enjoyment with its beautiful blooms.
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
