Hydrangea 'Bigleaf': Nikko Blue

Hydrangea macrophylla, also known as a Nikko Blue Bigleaf Hydrangea, is a woody, deciduous, perennial shrub and is native to Japan, China, Korea, and Southeast Asia. This variety produces ball-shaped flower clusters known as "mop-heads". Blue flowers develop with acidic soil and pink flowers in alkaline soil. It blooms during the late spring and summer on the previous year's growth, often described as "old wood." Native bees nest in the dead, hollow stems, so gardeners are encouraged to cut back dead stems to 12 to 24 inches and allow them to remain standing until they disintegrate on their own. It is tolerant of both clay and sandy soil and has some salt tolerance. This plant rapidly grows into a multi-stemmed shrub with a rounded habit and is generally 3 to 6 feet tall and wide at maturity.

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Bigleaf hydrangea performs best in areas with dappled sunlight, partial shade, or deep shade. Protect it from afternoon sun.

This plant requires about 1 inch of water per week. Water deeply at the base of the plant early in the morning. Always check the soil first: if the top 1-2 inches are dry, it needs a soak, but if it's moist, hold off to prevent root rot. 

To keep the blue hue of this plants flowers, we suggest Espoma Soil Acidifier. If this Hydrangea starts turning pink, it is time for soil acidifier 

Your plant needs food too! We recommend Espoma Holly Tone. 

Proper nutrition is important to the health of your plant and its longevity. To ensure your plant is getting the appropriate nutrition, use a fertilizer labelled for this plant type and apply according to the label.