‘A trio of colourful new hydrangeas with flair!’
H. arborescens ‘Candybelle Bubblegum’
The large, rounded, striking pink flowers of this sturdy variety are produced throughout summer, set off against ample green leaves with bronze tints. Ideal as a cut flower. Plant in full sun or part shade in any moist, well-drained soil. H/S: 1m (3¼ft). Price £26.99. From www.crocus.co.uk.
H. macrophylla ‘Magical Sunshine’
One of the recently introduced Magical Series, this beautiful bi-coloured variety produces pink, white-edged, mop-head flowers from June to September on strong stems. Ideal for part-shade in any moist, well-drained soil. H/S: 1m (3¼ft). Price £16. From www.signaturehydrangeas.co.uk; tel: 01622 833218.
H. macrophylla ‘Silver Star’
This beautiful mop-head variety produces clusters of triple-petalled, star-shaped green, white and cream-toned flowers in summer. Lovely for lighting up a shady spot and looks good in a large pot. Part-shade conditions in any moist, well-drained soil. H/S: 1m (3¼ft). Price £22 From www.signaturehydrangeas.co.uk; tel: 01622 833218.