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Hydrangeas bring big, long-lasting flower heads and lush foliage to patios and garden beds. At Lowensvlei we focus on varieties that handle Western Cape summers when planted in morning sun/afternoon shade with consistent moisture and mulch.
Types we offer
Mophead (H. macrophylla): Iconic globes; colour shifts with soil pH (pink in alkaline, blue in acidic).
Lacecap: Flat flower heads with delicate outer florets; elegant in woodland beds.
Panicle (H. paniculata): Cone-shaped blooms; sun-tolerant and heat-hardy, often aging from white/green to blush pink.
Planting & care (Western Cape notes)
Light: Morning sun + afternoon shade is ideal; paniculatas manage more sun.
Water: Keep evenly moist, especially in summer; mulch well.
Soil: Rich, well-drained. Add compost; keep roots cool.
Feeding: Balanced feed in spring; potassium-lean boost for flowering.
Pruning:
Macrophylla—light tidy after flowering (flowers on old wood).
Paniculata—prune in late winter (flowers on new wood).
FAQs
Will they handle Malmesbury heat? Yes—paniculata types are best for hotter, sunnier spots; macrophylla prefers part shade.
Pot or ground? Both—use a large pot (30–40 cm+) with quality mix and regular feeding.
Flower colour control? Macrophylla shifts with pH; paniculata keeps its white-to-blush tones.