Hydrangea macrophylla Eclipse
Hydrangea macrophylla Eclipse
Hydrangea macrophylla Eclipse
Hydrangea macrophylla Eclipse
Hydrangea macrophylla Eclipse
Hydrangea macrophylla Eclipse
Hydrangea macrophylla Eclipse
Hydrangea macrophylla Eclipse
Hydrangea macrophylla Eclipse
Hydrangea macrophylla Eclipse
Hydrangea macrophylla Eclipse
Hydrangea macrophylla Eclipse®
Bigleaf Hydrangea, French Hydrangea
What a beautiful young plant I received! It is full of vigour and the colour of the foliage is wonderfully enchanting. It hasn’t flowered yet, but seeing the excellent quality of the plant, I am convinced the flowering will be sublime. I am very satisfied with this plant.
Thomas F., 06/06/2026
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Description
The Hydrangea macrophylla 'Eclipse' is a hydrangea that genuinely stands out with its unique colours and resistance to cold and diseases. The bush has very dark foliage throughout the summer, with a chocolate-purple colour that perfectly highlights its bright flowers, red with white centres. This recent variety has a reasonably compact, nicely rounded habit and a generous summer flowering. Plant it in the garden or a large pot on the terrace, in the non-burning sun or partial shade, in rich, fresh, non-limestone soil.
The Hydrangea macrophylla 'Eclipse' is a recent American creation, born in Georgia at Bailey Nurseries around 1977. This variety requires little maintenance; it can withstand at least -20°C (1°F). However, it should be grown in acidic to slightly acidic soil (pH 4.5 to 6.0) and enriched with compost, remaining slightly moist even in summer. Like all hydrangeas, this deciduous shrub belongs to the Hydrangeaceae family.
This 'Eclipse' hydrangea has a rounded and branched habit, as wide as it is tall, of about 1.20 m (4ft) in all directions. Its leaves have a remarkable colour throughout the growing season, in shades of purple, dark brown, blackish purple, and very dark. They are opposite on the branches, ovate with a tapered tip, dentate at the edges, and strongly veined. This variety blooms from July, more or less early, depending on the climate. Its hemispherical flower heads are composed of numerous decorative sterile florets. Their colour varies from raspberry red to purplish red around a white to greenish centre, depending on the soil and the maturity of the flowers. A flowering that wonderfully contrasts with the foliage. Hydrangeas can live for at least 50 years.
The ' Eclipse' Hydrangea has a unique charm; it fascinates with the richness and brilliance of its colours. Its association with white or blue flower varieties such as 'Blue Wave' and 'Shooting Star', for example, is particularly successful, as the colours complement each other. Hydrangeas are well known for brightening up the north side of houses. This one will thrive in a non-burning east or west exposure, in flower beds and hedges. This variety is well suited for container gardening, which can be placed on the terrace in beautiful pottery or near the entrance. Also, pair it with Fuchsia magellanica, annual impatiens and foxgloves. Or plant spring-flowering bulbs in front of their round silhouette. Enjoy their magnificent flowering in the garden or the house for a long time.
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Planting and care
Plant the Hydrangea macrophylla 'Eclipse' in spring or early autumn, preferably in a slightly shaded position, for example, against an east-facing wall or even north-facing. This bush doesn't like hot situations. Protect it from strong winds. It doesn't require pure peat soil but appreciates an acidic to slightly acidic, rich, deep, moist, but well-drained soil. You can enrich the soil with a good base fertiliser before planting. If the soil is dry at the base of the wall, place the root ball at least 30-40 cm (12-16in) away from the base and incorporate a quantity of well-rotted compost to better retain moisture. Very hardy, it can be planted in cold areas without problem. As for pruning, remove faded flowers on the first bud or the pair of buds directly below. Cut back a quarter to a third of the oldest stems at the base when the plant is mature to promote the formation of young shoots. Carry out this pruning every year during the months of March and April.
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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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