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Merritt's Supreme Hydrangea

Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Merritt's Supreme

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Overview

The Merritt's Supreme Hydrangea is a standout with its lush, vibrant blooms ranging from deep pink to rich purple, depending on soil acidity. This rounded deciduous shrub matures to about 4 feet tall and wide, perfect for accent or border use. It thrives in part shade and prefers well-drained, moist soil. Blossoms reach up to 6 inches across, offering a showy display from late spring to early fall. Hardy in zones 6-9.

Sun Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, HighZones 4–9Climate Temperate
Merritt's Supreme Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Merritt's Supreme) — The Merritt's Supreme Hydrangea is a standout with its lush
Merritt's Supreme Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Merritt's Supreme) — vibrant blooms ranging from deep pink to rich purpleMerritt's Supreme Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Merritt's Supreme) — depending on soil acidityMerritt's Supreme Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Merritt's Supreme) — This rounded deciduous shrub matures to about 4 feet tall and wide, perfect for accentMerritt's Supreme Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Merritt's Supreme) — It thrives in part shade and prefers well-drained, moist soilMerritt's Supreme Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Merritt's Supreme) — Blossoms reach up to 6 inches across, offering a showy display from late spring toMerritt's Supreme Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Merritt's Supreme) — globular flower heads that can reach up to 6 inches across+11

Culture

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

Shape & size

Mature height
3–4 Ft.
Mature width
3–4 Ft.

Classification

Family
Hyrangeaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Merritt's Supreme Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Merritt's Supreme) — The Merritt's Supreme Hydrangea is a standout with its lush
Merritt's Supreme Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Merritt's Supreme) — vibrant blooms ranging from deep pink to rich purple
Merritt's Supreme Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Merritt's Supreme) — depending on soil acidity
Merritt's Supreme Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Merritt's Supreme) — This rounded deciduous shrub matures to about 4 feet tall and wide, perfect for accent
Merritt's Supreme Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Merritt's Supreme) — It thrives in part shade and prefers well-drained, moist soil
Merritt's Supreme Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Merritt's Supreme) — Blossoms reach up to 6 inches across, offering a showy display from late spring to
Merritt's Supreme Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Merritt's Supreme) — globular flower heads that can reach up to 6 inches across
Merritt's Supreme Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Merritt's Supreme) — with a profusion of richly pigmented blooms in hues of deep pink to purplish-blue
Merritt's Supreme Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Merritt's Supreme) — The color intensity is pH-dependent - more alkaline soils yield pinker blossoms
Merritt's Supreme Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Merritt's Supreme) — while acidic soils encourage bluish tones.<br><br>Reaching between 3 and 5 feet in
Merritt's Supreme Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Merritt's Supreme) — this compact shrub exhibits a broadly rounded habit
Merritt's Supreme Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Merritt's Supreme) — Its foliage is equally impressive - dark green
Merritt's Supreme Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Merritt's Supreme) — glossy leaves provide a lush backdrop that accentuates the vivid blooms
Merritt's Supreme Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Merritt's Supreme) — which typically flourish from early summer to early fall
Merritt's Supreme Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Merritt's Supreme) — The Merritt's Supreme prefers partial to full sun exposure
Merritt's Supreme Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Merritt's Supreme) — though in hotter climates
Merritt's Supreme Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Merritt's Supreme) — some afternoon shade can help protect its vibrant blooms.<br><br>For optimal growth
Merritt's Supreme Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Merritt's Supreme) — moist soil rich in organic matter

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