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Harold's survival guide
A gardeners classic
Meet Harold, the Hydrangea. Harold is a fan favourite in gardens and patios everywhere and it is easy to see why. Harold is not afraid to show his impeccable taste and good looks and we're here for it. The French Hortensia as Harolds sometimes referred to, is a winter hardy outdoor plant that can resist temperatures up to -30 C which makes it tolerant to keep year round in many outdoor gardens. You grow Harold!
Location
Light
Partial shade, 2 to 4 hours of direct sunlight every day
Soil
sandy/loamy/peaty soil
Suitable for
planting in soil or keeping in pot
Climbing trellis/assistance
Not necessary
Care
Maintenance
Little
Care
What type of care your plant needs
Watering
Needs watering frequently (in summer)
Water
Doesn't need extra water, the occasional rainy day will do/Often needs extra water during the summer/Needs to be watered on the regular, keep the soil slightly moist.
Nutrition
Fertilize monthly in summer
Pruning
February - March
Size
Height
Is 50 cm tall upon delivery
Growth
Can grow to be up to 130 cm tall
Pot size
Plastic pot is 21 cm in diameter
Flowers and harvesting
Flowering
Yes
Flower color
Has pink flowers
Flowering season
May - October
What makes Harold so special
The Mophead Hydrangea is best kept in moist but well aerated soil that allows for plenty of water drainage. The best spot for it would be one where the plant is somewhat sheltered from wind gusts if there are any, and gets plenty of sunlight. A few hours a day is enough but the more the better. Prune the heads of this plant in spring and you'll get even bigger, better looking flowers. Hydrangeas are definitely among the thirstier plants out there so be sure to water frequently (at least twice a week in spring and summer). A bit of fertilizer twice a month in spring and summer and you'll check all the boxes!
Hydrangea Macrophylla Pink | Mophead Hydrangea (L)
Harold
Length
How do you measure height?
Good question! We measure the height from the top of the plant to the bottom of the pot (including the pot itself).
Plant Care App
Our app will tell you exactly when and how much to feed and water your plants. Are you already a pro in taking care of your plant? Great! The App is completely optional of course.
Total price
Harold
35.00
Plant Care App
Free
Frequently Asked Questions
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How do you make sure my plant arrives safely?
We are experts at packaging plants for a safe plant delivery. Our boxes have a clever design that ensures plants stay snuggly in one place throughout their journey to your home.
Will I get the same plant as pictured?
We make every effort to ensure the plant you receive matches very closely to the plant you see on our site. Always remember that these green amigo's are living creatures, each with their unique style. Let's just say we don't always look like our profile picture either!
Do I need a green thumb to begin having plants?
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