Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Blue Ball’ is a captivating deciduous shrub known for its large, rounded flowerheads in shades of vivid blue.

A classic mophead hydrangea, it brings a splash of striking colour to borders, containers, or mixed planting schemes.

Perfect for adding drama to any garden, it thrives in moist, well-drained soil and delivers interest throughout the growing season.

Product Information
Large Blue Flowerheads: Produces impressive, ball-shaped clusters of vibrant blue blooms in summer, lasting into autumn and offering a long season of dazzling colour.
Colour Variation: The blue tones are most intense in acidic soils, while blooms may turn pink or purple in neutral to alkaline conditions, adding to its unique charm.
Lush Green Foliage: Features broad, glossy green leaves that create a bold contrast to the vivid flowers and remain attractive throughout the growing season.
Long-Lasting Cut Flowers: Ideal for cutting, the blooms make excellent additions to fresh arrangements and can also be dried for decorative use.
Versatile Design: A stunning choice for borders, containers, or as a feature plant in mixed gardens. Its bold blue colour complements a variety of planting schemes, from cottage gardens to contemporary designs.
Soil: Thrives in moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil. Acidic soil is required to maintain the true blue colouration of the flowers.
Position: Grows best in partial shade but can tolerate full sun if the soil is kept consistently moist.
Height and Spread: Reaches a height of 1–1.2m and spreads up to 1m, forming a compact and rounded shrub.

Supplied as a single plant in a choice of pot sizes.  

This shrub is deciduous, it ill lose all of its leaves in autumn, fresh new growth will appear in the spring.
Do not cut the faded flower heads back until spring. In spring, you should cut back the faded flower heads to a healthy pair of buds. Remove any misplaced or diseased stems.

Plant in acidic soil (Ericaceous compost) for blue blooms
Images are used for illustrative purposes only. Due to the maturity of the plant and the time of the year, plants may not arrive looking like our images.