.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Nantucket Blue' Bigleaf Hydrangea Hydrangea macrophylla 'Nantucket Blue' Description A vibrant, large-flowered deciduous shrub known for its striking blue blooms. Native to Japan, it produces clusters of mophead flowers from summer to early fall, providing seasonal color and visual interest. Suggested Uses Ideal for garden borders, shrub beds, and landscape accents. Its attractive flowers also make excellent cut arrangements, and it is well-suited for container planting on patios or decks. Plant Details Botanical Name: Hydrangea macrophylla 'Nantucket Blue' Common Name: Nantucket Blue Hydrangea Size & Growth: Upright, mounded shrub reaching 3-4 ft tall and wide Hardiness Zones: 4-9 Foliage Type: Deciduous Bloom Time: Mid-summer to early fall Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Partial shade to full sun (more blooms in morning sun with afternoon shade) Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Contains small parts; toxic if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: Yes Grows Well With: Ferns, hostas, shaded perennials Care Tips Planting Instructions: Prefers moist, well-drained soil. Plant in spring or fall, ensuring adequate space for growth. Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist, especially during hot periods Soil Type: Rich, loamy soil with good drainage Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth Winter Care: Mulch around the base in colder zones, protect with burlap if necessary Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery container Fertilization: Feed in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer Special Care: Mulch to conserve moisture and regulate soil temperature