Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Pink Majesty’
Bigleaf Hydrangea | Regal Dark-Pink Mophead Blooms
‘Pink Majesty’ is a striking bigleaf (mophead) hydrangea selected for its exceptionally large, rich pink flowerheads and strong, upright habit. The bold, rounded blooms sit proudly above lush green foliage, creating a luxurious display in garden beds, borders, or large containers. A real showpiece in partial shade, it brings vibrant, long-lasting colour to any garden or patio and is equally impressive as a cut flower.
Plant Care
Sun: Partial shade — best with morning sun and afternoon shade. Protect from harsh midday heat and drying wind.
Soil: Moist, fertile, well-drained; amend sandy or poor soils with compost or coco peat.
Water: Moderate to regular — keep soil consistently moist, especially during hot summer months or in containers.
Fertilizer: Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring and again mid-summer for continuous flowering. Avoid high-nitrogen feeds that promote leaf growth over blooms.
Pruning: Light pruning only. Remove old flowerheads and weak or dead stems after flowering; avoid hard pruning (blooms on old wood).
Top tip: Maintain a neutral to slightly alkaline soil to keep blooms rich pink. Add a little garden lime if soil is very acidic and avoid aluminium-based “blueing” products.
Specifications
Botanical name: Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Pink Majesty’
Common name: Bigleaf / Mophead Hydrangea
Growth habit: Upright, rounded, deciduous shrub
Size: ±1.0–1.4 m H × ±1.0–1.3 m W (in South African garden conditions)
Bloom time: Early to mid-summer through early autumn
Flower colour: Deep pink in neutral/alkaline soils; magenta tones in slightly acidic soils
Bloom (head) size: ±18–25 cm diameter (large mopheads)
Uses: Borders, feature shrub, large pots, semi-shaded gardens, cut flowers
Plant Breeders’ Rights (PBR)
This cultivar may be protected under Plant Breeders’ Rights. Propagation without written authorisation is prohibited. Plants are supplied for ornamental use only.
Quick Facts
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Large, bold, dark-pink flowerheads — a true garden statement
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18–25 cm mopheads ideal for cutting and display
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Strong upright habit with lush green foliage
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Thrives in partial shade with rich, evenly moist soil
