Surfing Safari Hydrangeas: The Garden Trend to Watch in 2026

Hydrangeas have always been loved for their generous flowerheads, beautiful colours and romantic garden appeal. This year, an exciting new collection is making its way to Lowensvlei: Surfing Safari hydrangeas.

Surfing Safari is not your average hydrangea. Its unusually wavy petals create movement and texture across every flowerhead, giving this Hydrangea macrophylla collection a fresh, contemporary appearance.

The collection is expected at Lowensvlei in September 2026 and will be supplied in 17 cm pots.

What Makes Surfing Safari Different?

Traditional mophead hydrangeas have smooth, rounded petals. Surfing Safari’s distinctive petals curl and ripple around the edges, making the flowers appear as though they are moving like waves.

These unusual blooms are complemented by strong stems, good branching and lush green foliage. The plants are compact enough for patios and decorative containers while still making an impressive addition to partially shaded garden beds.

Discover the Six Surfing Safari Colours

The Lowensvlei collection includes six beautiful colour options:

• White Waves – fresh white flowers with crisp, wavy petals
• Pink Sunset – warm pink flowers inspired by the colours of sunset
• Bayview Purple – rich purple flowers with striking depth
• Bayview Red – a vibrant red-to-pink colour expression
• Seaside Blue – dreamy blue flowers with a coastal feel
• Seaside Pink – soft pink blooms for pots and garden beds

Flower colour may vary according to the variety, growing medium and soil conditions. This is particularly noticeable with blue, purple and pink Hydrangea macrophylla varieties.

Why We Believe Surfing Safari Will Be Big in 2026

Garden trends are increasingly moving towards plants that offer texture, individuality and strong visual impact. Surfing Safari provides all three.

The plants are eye-catching enough to display individually in a statement container but can also be grouped together to create a striking hydrangea display. Their colours work particularly well alongside ferns, shade-loving perennials and other hydrangea varieties.

The collection is an excellent choice for:

• Shaded patios and balconies
• Decorative outdoor containers
• Partially shaded entrances
• Courtyards and entertainment areas
• Woodland-style garden beds
• Hydrangea collectors looking for something different

Caring for Surfing Safari Hydrangeas

Surfing Safari hydrangeas prefer morning sun, filtered light or partial shade. Protect the plants from harsh afternoon sun and hot, drying winds, particularly during Western Cape summers.

Plant them in rich, well-drained soil and keep the soil consistently moist without allowing the roots to remain waterlogged. Hydrangeas grown in containers may require more frequent watering during hot weather.

For the best results:

• Choose morning sun or partial shade.
• Protect the plant from intense afternoon heat.
• Keep the soil evenly moist.
• Use a container with sufficient drainage holes.
• Feed during active growth with a suitable hydrangea fertiliser.
• Add compost and mulch when planting in the garden.
• Avoid unnecessary hard pruning.

Arriving at Lowensvlei in September 2026

Surfing Safari hydrangeas are expected at Lowensvlei in September 2026. Each variety will be supplied in a 17 cm pot.

Customers can already explore the complete Surfing Safari hydrangea collection and register to be notified when their preferred colours become available.

With their distinctive wavy petals, vibrant colours and beautiful garden presence, Surfing Safari hydrangeas are ready to make waves in South African gardens.