Hydrangea macrophylla Ayesha
Hydrangea macrophylla Ayesha
Hydrangea macrophylla Ayesha
Hydrangea macrophylla Ayesha
Hydrangea macrophylla Ayesha
Hydrangea macrophylla Ayesha
Hydrangea macrophylla Ayesha
Hydrangea macrophylla Ayesha
Bigleaf Hydrangea, French Hydrangea, Mophead Hydrangea
Several plants in the same box... and so 2 branches of the hydrangea were broken. You can imagine my disappointment... But it has regained its strength since being planted, so that improves my appreciation.
Nathalie, 30/07/2024
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Description
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Ayesha' is one of the rare hydrangeas whose flowers have petals shaped like a cup or spoon, much like those of lilacs. It is this characteristic that has earned it the nickname of lilac-flowered hydrangea. Depending on the acidity of the soil, its large inflorescences will display a lovely shade of light pink-lilac or soft lavender-blue. The pink flowers turn to old pink in autumn, while the blue ones turn to celadon green, which is absolutely stunning in the garden but also in bouquets. Blooming all summer, this large bush with a flexible habit sometimes reblooms in autumn in mild climates. It brings panache and originality to shady areas of the garden.
Introduced from Japan, 'Ayesha' is probably a spontaneous mutation of the 'Sir Joseph Banks' hydrangea. It is a hybrid obtained through cross-breeding of well-hardy species and varieties belongs to the Hydrangeaceae family, native to China and Japan. This vigorous bush with a flexible and rounded habit, quickly reaches 1.5 m to 2 m (4.9 ft to 6.6 ft) in all directions depending on the climate and growing conditions. Its flowering period extends from July to September. In this variety, the small wax-like flowers are gathered in generous inflorescences that are spherical and slightly flattened, measuring 20 cm to 30 cm (7.9 in to 11.8 in) in diameter. The 4 incurved sepals of the flowers, shaped like small cups, resemble those that make up lilac flowers. They will be of matte pink-mauve colour turning to old pink in neutral to slightly alkaline soil, but light blue evolving to green in acidic soil. They can be slightly fragrant.
It flowers on thick and semi-rigid one year old stems. The large, deciduous leaves are single, ovate, ending in a pointed tip, and strongly serrated. Their colour is a light and shiny green. Hydrangeas can live for at least 50 years.
'Ayesha' is a vigorous and very hardy variety, which will thrive in oceanic or warm climates. Plant this beautiful hydrangea in borders, as a flowering hedge, or against a north or west-facing wall. You can also grow it in a large container on a terrace. Its fresh or dried flowers can be used to create wonderful bouquets, for example with roses, lilies, paniculate gypsophila, or carnations. This easy-to-grow bush pairs perfectly with other hydrangeas or acidic soil plants such as wild camellias, rhododendrons and azaleas, ferns, monardas, and Rodgersia.
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Hydrangea
macrophylla
Ayesha
Hydrangeaceae
Bigleaf Hydrangea, French Hydrangea, Mophead Hydrangea
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Plant in spring or early autumn, in a shady or partially shady location, for example against an east-facing wall, or even north-facing. Protect it from cold and drying winds. It appreciates deep, moist but well-drained soil, fairly fertile, possibly enriched with a good base fertiliser before planting. It does not tolerate limestone. If the soil is dry at the base of the wall, place the root ball at least 30 cm to 40 cm (11.8 in to 15.7 in) away from the base of the wall and incorporate a quantity of well-decomposed compost to better retain moisture in the soil. Very hardy, it can be planted in cold regions but protect it during winter with a 5 cm (2 in) thick mulch. As for pruning, remove faded flowers on the first bud or on the pair of buds directly below. Cut back a quarter or a third of the oldest stems at the base, when the plant is mature, to promote the formation of new shoots. Carry out this pruning every year during the months of March and April, after the last frost. Guide the young shoots onto the support to distribute them evenly. They will then attach themselves.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a (East Coast and Midlands: Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny, Portlaoise). It will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the north-west (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal, Westport), delay planting by 1 to 2 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 1 to 2 weeks in autumn compared to the dates given, preferably choosing periods without strong winds.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (Wicklow Mountains, Macgillycuddy’s Reeks, Connemara, Killarney), it is best to plant in spring (April–May) or autumn (September–October), avoiding periods of waterlogged soil in winter and strong winds, which pose the main risk to newly planted trees in these areas.
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a, such as the East Coast and Midlands, including Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny and Portlaoise.
This will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the northwest (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal and Westport), it will be delayed by one to two weeks compared to the given dates, due to stronger Atlantic winds and less spring sunshine.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (the Wicklow Mountains, the Macgillycuddy's Reeks, Connemara and Killarney), flowering will be delayed by two to three weeks. Flowering mainly occurs between May and July, with the limiting factors being less frost and more of the excessive humidity, strong winds and lack of sunshine that are characteristic of these areas.
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