Cityline^{^™} Mars

Hydrangea macrophylla

Exposure
- Part Sun to Sun
Season
- Spring
- Summer
Mature Size
- 12 - 36 Inches

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Cityline^{^™} Mars Hydrangea macrophylla

Part Sun to Sun 12 - 36

A small plant with strong stems and big, heavy magenta and white variegated flowers. The blooms are long lasting and can be changed from magenta-red to blue with the addition of aluminum sulfate to the soil. The flowers age to an attractive green with age. This compact, mildew resistant hydrangea is ideal for containers!

Features

A small plant with showy magenta and white summer flowers. Long lasting flowers. Mildew resistant. Soil pH affects bloom color.

Characteristics

Shrub Type:

Deciduous

Garden Height:

12 - 36 Inches

Spacing Maximum:

48 Inches

Spread:

12 - 36 Inches

Flower Colors:

Pink

Flower Shade:

Pink

Foliage Colors:

Green

Foliage Shade:

Green

Habit:

Mounded

Container Role:

Thriller

Plant Needs

Light Requirement:

Part Sun to Sun

Blooms On:

Old Wood

Bloom Time:

Summer

Hardiness Zones:

5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b

Uses:

Cut Flower

Uses:

Landscape

Uses:

Container

Uses Notes:

Compact variety does very well in both containers and landscapes. May be used in mixed borders and perennial gardens. If grown in a container it should be planted in the ground in fall.

Duration:

Shrub

Water Category:

Average

Maintenance Category:

Moderate

Maintenance Notes:

Best in well-drained soil that has been amended with peat moss, leaf mold or compost. Flourishes by the ocean. Pruning is usually not needed, but may be pruned immediately after flowering. Prefers moist soils. May need winter protection in northern areas. Fertilize in early spring by applying a slow release fertilizer specialized for trees and shrubs. Follow the label for the recommended rate of application. Flower color is affected by pH. For blue flowers, the soil must be more acidic and for pink flowers the soil must be more alkaline. Apply aluminum sulfate to the soil to encourage blue flowers.

Patent Information:

Cityline^™ Mars Hydrangea macrophylla 'Ramars'