Hydrangea Macrophylla – Francy Hot Pink®™

Bigleaf Hydrangea | Double Hot-Pink Mophead Blooms

‘Francy Hot Pink®™’ is a vibrant, compact bigleaf (mophead) hydrangea bred for its showy double-petalled, hot-pink flower heads and sturdy, upright stems. Its abundant blooms, tidy habit and long flowering season make it a standout in borders, feature plantings and large containers. Excellent as a fresh or dried cut flower and prized for its bold colour display.

Plant Care

Sun: Partial shade (best: morning sun / afternoon shade). Protect from harsh midday sun.
Soil: Moist, fertile, well-drained; enrich sandy soils with compost or organic matter. Flower colour remains vivid pink in neutral to slightly alkaline soils.
Water: Moderate — keep evenly moist, especially during hot, dry spells and in containers.
Fertilizer: Balanced feed in spring; optional light top-up mid-summer to sustain bloom.
Pruning: Light only — remove spent heads and dead or weak stems after flowering. Avoid hard pruning (blooms form on old wood).
Top tip: Mulch to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature; avoid overhead watering during strong sun to prevent petal scorch.

Specifications

Botanical name: Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Francy Hot Pink®™’
Common name: Bigleaf / Mophead Hydrangea
Growth habit: Upright, compact, well-branched shrub
Size: ±0.8–1.0 m H × ±0.8–1.0 m W (in South African garden conditions)
Bloom time: Late spring to early autumn (long flowering period)
Flower colour: Vibrant double hot-pink mopheads
Bloom (head) size: ±15–20 cm diameter (medium–large mopheads)
Uses: Borders, feature shrub, large containers, cut and dried flowers

Plant Breeders’ Rights (PBR)

This cultivar is protected under Plant Breeders’ Rights. Propagation is strictly prohibited without written authorisation. Plants are supplied for ornamental use only.

Quick Facts

• Double-petalled hot-pink blooms with excellent stem strength
• Compact and floriferous habit — perfect for pots or garden beds
• Long flowering season with vibrant colour and lush foliage