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Blue Bird Mountain Hydrangea

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Botanical Name: Hydrangea serrata 'Blue Bird'
Common Name: Blue Bird mountain hydrangea


Updated 7/2012

Height: 3-4' Spread: 3-4' Growth Rate: M Habit/form: Rounded Zone: 5-9

Cultural Requirements: Cool moist soil, high in organic matter; best in part shade; flowers on old wood; benefit from mulch and winter protection in colder climates.

Ornamental Requirements: Flat, 3-4" wide lacecap flowers appear in June-July; pink in alkaline soil; coarsely toothed, dark green, 8-inch long leaves turn reddish-bronze in fall.

Uses in the Landscape: Great for mass plantings, mixed border, or used in containers.

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