Common name
Bigleaf Hydrangea
Botanical name
Hydrangea macrophylla
Variety
Red Star
Zone
USDA Zone 6 (-10°F) to USDA Zone 9 (20°F).
Light
Part sun
Height
36-48" (91-122 cm)
Habit
Rounded
Feed
Regularly
Water
Daily
Bloom Color
Red
Bloom Time
Summer
Maintenance
Protect from winter winds
Hydrangeas are among the showiest of all flowering shrubs. This variety has large, flat red and white flowers in summer above bold green foliage. Makes a stunning display in gardens or mixed shrub plantings. Flowers are great in arrangements, fresh or dried, or provide winter interest if left on the plant.