Hydrangea paniculata Skyfall ('Frenne') (PBR)
hydrangea
Large, hyacinth-like flowers form in super-sized conical clusters, that top the strong, (mainly) upright stems for several months from midsummer....
2 litre pot
£26.75
available to order from summer
3 × 2 litre pots
£64.99
£21.66 each
available to order from summer
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Plant description
Large, hyacinth-like flowers form in super-sized conical clusters, that top the strong, (mainly) upright stems for several months from midsummer. Opening from fresh green buds, the flowers are initially white, but take on a pink flush as they age.
A spectacular sight when in full bloom, Hydrangea paniculata 'Skyfall' will make a handsome informal hedge, is compact enough for a large pot, and is striking enough to be used as a stand-alone specimen.
A spectacular sight when in full bloom, Hydrangea paniculata 'Skyfall' will make a handsome informal hedge, is compact enough for a large pot, and is striking enough to be used as a stand-alone specimen.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Hydrangea paniculata Skyfall ('Frenne') (PBR):
Choose a spot with partial shade to full sun, though at hotter, sunnier times of the year, partial shade is preferable to protect the blooms and avoid the plant wilting after planting. The soil should be well-drained, rich, and consistently moist, but not waterlogged.
Dig a hole twice the width of the root ball and just as deep, then mix in plenty of organic matter such as compost or well-rotted manure. Place the plant in the hole, backfill with the enriched soil, and water thoroughly. Mulch around the base to retain moisture and keep the roots cool, but keep the mulch away from the stem to prevent rot.
Regular watering is important, especially during dry spells, to ensure the plant establishes well and produces abundant blooms - hydrangeas do not like to dry out.
Once established, to enhance flowering prune hard in late winter/early spring cutting back the previous season's shoots to within a few buds of the permanent, woody framework of the plant.
Dig a hole twice the width of the root ball and just as deep, then mix in plenty of organic matter such as compost or well-rotted manure. Place the plant in the hole, backfill with the enriched soil, and water thoroughly. Mulch around the base to retain moisture and keep the roots cool, but keep the mulch away from the stem to prevent rot.
Regular watering is important, especially during dry spells, to ensure the plant establishes well and produces abundant blooms - hydrangeas do not like to dry out.
Once established, to enhance flowering prune hard in late winter/early spring cutting back the previous season's shoots to within a few buds of the permanent, woody framework of the plant.
Please note:
This shrub is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
Warning
Humans: Skin allergen; Pets: Harmful if eaten
