Hydrangea macrophylla 'Ankong Blue'
Flowers for months on end
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Hydrangea macrophylla 'Ankong Blue'
- With a flowering season spanning the whole of summer and into autumn, 'Ankong Blue' certainly puts in the hard horticultural yards.
- The impressive domed blooms are the most gorgeous shade of baby blue, and take on creamy, yellowish shades with age.
- If you're looking for an easygoing plant, look no further. 'Ankong Blue' is a nice, straightforward plant to look after with only the most simple of ongoing care needs.
- A fan of flower arranging? The blooms make for excellent cut flowers thanks to their sturdy stems (pair with delphiniums or foxgloves for maximum effect).
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Hydrangea macrophylla 'Ankong Blue' can be grown in a pot, provided you use a suitably sized container with good drainage.
How big does it get?
This plant typically grows to a height and spread of 1m.
How much sunlight does this need?
The Hydrangea macrophylla 'Ankong Blue' prefers full sun to partial shade, requiring about 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Ankong Blue' prefers moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Ankong Blue' requires regular watering to keep the soil consistently moist, providing about 5 centimetres of water weekly.
Will this plant need pruning?
Yes, the Hydrangea macrophylla 'Ankong Blue' requires pruning to maintain its shape and encourage healthy growth. You can safely cut back up to 30 centimetres of growth during the dormant season, typically when temperatures drop below 10 degrees Celsius.
How hardy is this plant?
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Ankong Blue' is hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters (H5), withstanding temperatures down to -15°C.
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Mike’s our guy when it comes to growing soft fruits. He’s our grape guru. Our gooseberry genius. Our blueberry boffin. What Mike doesn’t know about soft fruits? Well, it simply isn’t worth knowing. Having traversed the world from Australia to Northern Ireland – and even undertaking a horticultural stint in Sweden – Mike combines his enthusiasm, technical expertise, state-of-the-art facilities and favourable climatic conditions of the Cotswolds to grow only the very juiciest, sweetest soft fruits.
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