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Nantucket Blue Hydrangea

Hydrangea macrophylla 'GRENAN'

Category: Deciduous Shrub • Hydrangea

Nantucket Blue Hydrangea features stunning blue blooms and is perfect for foundation planting or as a specimen.

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Mature Height: 3-5 feet
Mature Width: 3-5 feet
Bloom Color: Blue
Bloom Time: Summer
Light: Part Sun/Part Shade
Zone: Zones 5-9
Maintenance: Moderate
Growth Rate: Moderate
Season of Interest: Summer
Foliage: Deciduous

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Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Nantucket Blue Hydrangea is a stunning flowering shrub known for its large, vibrant blue blooms. This variety thrives in well-drained soil and can add a splash of color to any garden. It prefers a sheltered spot with some protection from harsh winds. With proper care, it can produce an abundance of flowers throughout the blooming season, making it a favorite among gardeners.

Ideal Conditions

Prefers partial to full sun and well-drained soil. Requires consistent moisture for optimal growth.

Soil Preferences

Well-drained soil with moderate moisture; adaptable to various pH levels.

Sun Needs

Part Sun/Part Shade

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

foundation plantingspecimenaccent

Special Features

Large blue bloomsattractive foliage

Wildlife Value

Attracts pollinators and provides habitat.

Resistance / Tolerance

Moderate humidity tolerance.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for adding color to gardens and can be used in containers. Prune after flowering for best results.

Maintenance Notes

Moderate

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