Hydrangea macrophylla 'Soft Pink Salsa'
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Hydrangea macrophylla 'Soft Pink Salsa'
- Boasting truly lovely pink mophead blooms (first emerging chartreuse) and lush green foliage, 'Soft Pink Salsa' is a variety that should be on every gardener's radar.
- Compact enough in maturity to grow in a large container, this hydrangea also looks brilliant as a standalone feature shrub or as part of a larger mixed border.
- The flowers, whose pink hues deepen with age, make for excellent cut flowers to use in arrangements and bouquets. Our tip? Pair with some fern fronds!
- Fully hardy and easy to grow, this hydrangea doesn't need much in terms of annual care (which is just what we like to hear).
- Just water to help it establish nice and healthily, and give it an initial feed after planting, and it'll be good to go. Bosh.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Hydrangea macrophylla 'Soft Pink Salsa' is suitable for a large pot, provided it is kept well-watered during the summer.
How big does it get?
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Soft Pink Salsa' reaches a height of 120 cm and a spread of 120 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Soft Pink Salsa' prefers dappled shade or morning sun, needing protection from hot afternoon rays.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Soft Pink Salsa' thrives in a rich, moist, and well-drained soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Soft Pink Salsa' requires frequent and generous watering, particularly during hot summer days, to keep the soil moist.
Will this plant need pruning?
Yes, Hydrangea macrophylla 'Soft Pink Salsa' needs pruning in spring to remove old flower heads, cutting back to the first pair of healthy buds.
How hardy is this plant?
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Soft Pink Salsa' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it can withstand temperatures from -15°C to -10°C and is hardy through most of the UK even in severe winters, though it may not withstand open or exposed sites or central and northerly locations.
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