3-4' tall x 3-4' wide. 'Cherry Explosion' Hydrangea is a great choice for bringing bold color to full and part-shade gardens. In cooler climates, full sun is no problem; however, you'll need to provide protection from hot afternoon sun in the deep south. This hardy lacecap variety produces rich, red blooms that appear on new wood each season and contrast beautifully against light-pink center petals and dark-green leaves. 'Cherry Explosion' performs beautifully in a wide variety of climates, soils, and altitudes, from zones 4 through 9. Tolerant of heat, you can expect this shrub to spread and grow a bit larger in warm areas, while gardeners in cooler zones will see strong rebounds from winter dieback each spring. Be sure when watering to water at the base of the hydrangea. Makes an exceptional addition to flower arrangements, either fresh or dried.
More InformationSKU | AM014844 |
Item Package Size | Plant - 3" Pot |
Common Name | Hydrangea Cherry Explosion |
Botanical Name | Hydrangea macrophylla Cherry Explosion |
Zones | 5, 6, 7, 8 |
Light Requirements | Full Sun, Half Sun / Half Shade |
Flower Color | Red |
Mature Height | 36-48' tall |
Estimated Mature Spread | 36-48" wide |
Bloom Time | Mid to late summer |
Planting Depth | Crown of plant should rest just at or above the surface after watering in. |
Ships As | Potted Plant |
Foliage | Green leaves turn burgundy in fall. |
Soil Type | Loamy Soil |
Soil Moisture | Average, Moist / Wet, Well Draining |
Advantages | Bee Friendly, Good For Cut Flowers, Good For Dried Flowers |
Planting Time | Fall |
Neonicotinoid Free | |
Item Unit | Plant |
Ships to Hawaii, Alaska & Canada | No |