Hydrangea Cabbage Patch boasts thick, serrated dark green foliage and striking flat reddish flowers. Grown in zones 5-9, this beauty reaches a size of 3-4 feet tall and wide.
Hydrangea 'Cabbage Patch'
Hydrangea 'Cabbage Patch' is a unique and eye-catching hydrangea cultivar known for its thick, textured foliage and flat reddish-purple flowers. It is a relatively new cultivar, having been introduced in 2013, but it has quickly become a popular choice for gardeners due to its low-maintenance requirements and attractive features.
Hydrangea 'Cabbage Patch'
Growth habit: Hydrangea 'Cabbage Patch' typically grows to be 3-4 feet tall and wide at maturity. It has a dense, upright habit with branching that extends to the ground. The new growth is wine-red in color, and the leaves mature to a deep green.
Blooms: Hydrangea 'Cabbage Patch' begins blooming in late spring or early summer and continues to bloom until fall. The flowers are produced in large clusters and are a reddish-purple color. The flowers are sterile, so they do not produce seed. This makes the plant less messy and easier to maintain.
Fall foliage: Hydrangea 'Cabbage Patch' also has attractive fall foliage. The leaves turn a brilliant red-orange color before falling off in the winter.
Uses: Hydrangea 'Cabbage Patch' is a versatile shrub that can be used in a variety of landscaping applications. It is often used as a foundation planting, hedge, or accent plant. It is also a good choice for mixed borders and container plantings.
Care: Hydrangea 'Cabbage Patch' is a relatively low-maintenance shrub. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil conditions and is drought tolerant once established. It is also deer resistant. Hydrangea 'Cabbage Patch' should be pruned in the late winter or early spring to maintain its shape and size.
Tips for growing Hydrangea 'Cabbage Patch':
- Plant in full sun to partial shade.
- Choose a well-drained soil.
- Water regularly until the shrub is established.
- Fertilize in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Prune as needed to maintain shape and size.
Creative response:
Imagine a garden filled with Hydrangea 'Cabbage Patch'. The unique foliage and reddish-purple blooms of this hydrangea cultivar create a stunning display of color and texture. The plants are a magnet for pollinators, and their thick foliage provides a habitat for birds and other wildlife.
Hydrangea 'Cabbage Patch' is a low-maintenance shrub that is sure to add interest and beauty to any landscape. It is the perfect choice for gardeners of all skill levels.
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."
Growing Zones: 7-9
| Mature Height: | 4 to 6 Feet |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun to Shade |
| Mature width: | 4 to 6 Feet |
| Botanical Name: | Hydrangea macrophylla 'sPg-3-009' |
