Hydrangea macrophylla 'Forever & Ever' Pink
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Summer
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Light Pink
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50-75cm
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Not Scented
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No
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To -15 °C
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(H5) Hydrangea Forever & Ever as the name suggests is a long flowering Hydrangea, however what makes this plant truly special and unique is the number of flowers it produces and the fact that it flowers on both new and old wood so even after hard pruning it will produce an abundance of flowers annually.
Forever & Ever remains a compact plant that does not grow larger than 90cm. So, you don’t really need to prune it. Even after years in the garden, the plant retains a rather limited height. Prune Immediately after flowering, to remove only spent blooms and any dead or crossing branches to encourage healthy growth and bloom production for the following season. Avoid significant pruning late in the season or in early spring, as this could remove the developing flower buds and reduce the floral display.
Best planted in dappled shade, away from hot afternoon sun, in moist well drained soil. Water regularly through dry periods (June to September) to help maintain flower.
Also available in Blue, White & Purple.
Good to know
We offer a range of our favourite plants which associate well with rhododendrons. They all like similar growing conditions – moist acidic soil and dappled shade. Some of these are featured in our garden at Crosswater Farm, and often create plenty of interest and enquiries. Many are fairly rare and are unavailable elsewhere, but deserve to be better known.
All require good moist acidic soil with a high organic content, planted with good ericaceous compost. For a guide to plant spacing, use the height we give in 10 years as a guide to the distance between each plant. Plant no deeper than the top of the rootball, and dig in plenty of good ericaceous compost around the sides. A teaspoon of slow release feed is sufficient for a 3 litre plant, rising to a small handful for a mature plant.
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The Basics
Ideal soil
Acidic soil, good organic content, pH 4.5-6.0. Inkarho range of rhododendrons will tolerate soils up to pH7.5
Sun or Shade
Light dappled shade is best for most varieties.
Shelter
Refer to hardiness rating. Give young plants protection.
Site Selection
Avoid close to trees, roots, invasive weeds, walls, hot patios, dry banks and waterlogged soils. Do not use weed matting or stone mulch.
Plant spacing
Use the height shown in 10 years as a guide to the distance between each plant. Allow room for plant to fill out. If planting closer for instant impact, be prepared to move plants after a few years.
Compost
- 3 litre pot, dig in 10-20 litres of ericaceous compost.
- 7.5 litre pot, dig in 20-30 litres of ericaceous compost.
- 70-80cm specimen, dig in 60 litres of ericaceous compost.
- 100-120cm specimen, dig in 120 litres of ericaceous compost.
Planting depth
Plant high in the ground, with the top of the rootball visible.
Feeding
Slow-release ericaceous feed recommended in March and straight after flowering.
Mulch
Recommended every few years.
Water
The key ingredient! Keep moist all season, especially the critical time at end of June for flower bud initiation. Tap water is better than no water. Heavy dose at least once per week in dry weather.
Drainage
Ensure good drainage in winter, especially with yellow flowering varieties. Avoid waterlogged sites.
Pruning
Rhododendrons and Camellias: Not normally required. Tidy wayward shoots after flowering.
Evergreen azaleas and Bloombux can be clipped into a low hedge.
Magnolias and Acers: Formative pruning when young to shape into a tree or bush.
Deadheading
Remove old flower-heads, particularly on young or weak plants.
For further advice see here
Size Guide
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