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Original Bigleaf Hydrangea

Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Bailmer'

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Overview

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Bailmer', also known as Endless Summer Hydrangea, features large, vibrant blooms up to 8 inches across that can be blue or pink depending on soil pH. This deciduous shrub reaches 3 to 5 feet in height and width, thriving in partial to full shade with well-drained, moist soil. Its abundant summer flowering and lush foliage enhance borders and make it an attractive focal point in any garden design.

Sun Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, HighZones 4–9Type ShrubClimate Temperate
Original Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Bailmer') — blue flowers in the garden
Original Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Bailmer') — It thrives in moist, well-drained soil that is rich in organic matterOriginal Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Bailmer') — the Original Bigleaf Hydrangea prefers part shade but can tolerate morning sun with afternoonOriginal Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Bailmer') — This particular cultivar showcases robust growthOriginal Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Bailmer') — It fits seamlessly into cottage gardens and works splendidly in coastal landscapes, image 33Original Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Bailmer') — is a striking deciduous shrub that brings a lush and timeless charm to any garden; thisOriginal Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Bailmer') — scientifically referred to as Hydrangea macrophylla 'Bailmer'; or as a dramatic, image 41+34

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Extra in Summer, High
USDA zones
4–9

Shape & size

Mature height
3–5 Ft.
Mature width
3–5 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Hyrangeaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Original Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Bailmer') — blue flowers in the garden
Original Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Bailmer') — It thrives in moist, well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter
Original Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Bailmer') — the Original Bigleaf Hydrangea prefers part shade but can tolerate morning sun with afternoon
Original Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Bailmer') — This particular cultivar showcases robust growth
Original Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Bailmer') — It fits seamlessly into cottage gardens and works splendidly in coastal landscapes, image 33
Original Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Bailmer') — is a striking deciduous shrub that brings a lush and timeless charm to any garden; this
Original Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Bailmer') — scientifically referred to as Hydrangea macrophylla 'Bailmer'; or as a dramatic, image 41
Original Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Bailmer') — This deciduous shrub reaches 3 to 5 feet in height and width; shrub for half or shade, image 39
Original Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Bailmer') — These impressive blooms can span up to 8 to 10 inches across and display a color, image 29
Original Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Bailmer') — the Original Bigleaf Hydrangea prefers part shade but can tolerate morning sun with, image 30
Original Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Bailmer') — It fits seamlessly into cottage gardens and works splendidly in coastal landscapes due to its
Original Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Bailmer') — shrub with blue blooms; typically reaching a mature size of 3 to 6 feet in both height and spread
Original Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Bailmer') — shrub for half or shade; it fits seamlessly into cottage gardens and works splendidly in coastal
Original Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Bailmer') — globe-shaped flower clusters known as mopheads; it thrives in moist, well-drained soil that is
Original Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Bailmer') — blue flowers in the garden; also known as Endless Summer Hydrangea
Original Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Bailmer') — or as a dramatic focal point in a mixed shrub border
Original Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Bailmer') — thriving in partial to full shade with well-drained; this particular cultivar, image 40
Original Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Bailmer') — thriving in partial to full shade with well-drained
Original Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Bailmer') — These impressive blooms can span up to 8 to 10 inches across and display a color range of vivid
Original Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Bailmer') — ovate leaves that can reach up to 6 inches long adorn the plant
Original Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Bailmer') — This deciduous shrub reaches 3 to 5 feet in height and width
Original Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Bailmer') — ovate leaves that can reach up to 6 inches long adorn the plant; is a striking deciduous shrub
Original Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Bailmer') — vibrant blooms up to 8 inches across that can be blue or pink depending on soil pH
Original Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Bailmer') — also known as Endless Summer Hydrangea; thriving in partial to full shade with, image 37
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