Hydrangea macrophylla Masja
Hydrangea macrophylla Masja
Hydrangea macrophylla Masja
Hydrangea macrophylla Sibilla
Bigleaf Hydrangea, French Hydrangea
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Description
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Masja' produces a dazzling deep red flowering, which stands out well against its bright green leaves. This variety has a rather slow growth rate and forms a compact bush, about 1m (3ft) in all directions, equally suited to pot culture as to open ground. Very hardy, place it in a semi-shaded location, in neutral to acidic soil. It is easy to grow, requiring only annual pruning in spring and watering in summer to keep the soil moist.
Hydrangea macrophylla is a deciduous bush, native to Japan, where its beauty has been appreciated for centuries and cited in poems dating back to the 8th century! Festivals are even dedicated to this bush. It is found in the wild on the island of Honshu (which houses the capital Tokyo), and it was introduced to Europe around 1789.
'Masja' is a relatively recent variety, dating from the 1980s, which was selected for its compact habit and its magnificent flowering. With a rather slow growth rate, it reaches about 1m (3ft) in height after 4 or 5 years, with a slightly greater width, forming a nice regular tuft. Its inflorescences appear in July and renew throughout summer. Its round, regular heads are made up of flowers with 4 fairly wide sepals, of a spectacular bright red colour. At the end of flowering, around September, or even October depending on the year, the flowers turn to purple-brown. The ovate leaves are a beautiful slightly shiny green, with rather marked serration. They yellow and then redden in autumn before falling. Like all hydrangea, it is not strictly an ericaceous soil plant. It prefers neutral to acidic soils, rich in humus. It is very hardy (-20°C (-4°F) or more. Severe frosts can damage the ends of the branches, but they easily regrow after pruning in the spring). Easy to grow, it can live a very long time.
'Masja' is a very good variety for pot or container cultivation, on a balcony or terrace sheltered from the afternoon sun. Planted in the garden, it will pair very well with spring-flowering bushes. Choose compact plants to avoid the risk of stifling it. For spring, a Camellia japonica will be ideal. The small Magnolia 'Susan', with its fragrant purplish-pink flowers in April-May, will also be a good companion.
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Planting and care
Plant in spring or early autumn, preferably in a semi-shaded position, for example against an east-facing, or even north-facing wall. In very cold regions, it may be prudent to protect its stump with a thick mulch. Protect it from cold, drying winds. It does not require acidic soil, but appreciates deep, moist but well-drained, fairly fertile soil, possibly enriched with a good base fertiliser before planting. If planting near a wall and the soil is dry at its base, place the root ball at least 30 to 40cm (12 to 16in) away from it and incorporate a quantity of well-decomposed compost to better retain moisture in the soil.
After planting, be careful of slugs, which are quite fond of young leaves. Hardy, it is not afraid to be planted in cold regions. Water regularly in hot weather to prevent the foliage from wilting during dry spells.
This variety of hydrangea is also particularly suitable for cultivation in pots or decorative containers due to its compact dimensions. In this case, make sure to choose an ericaceous plant soil, and water regularly to maintain moisture in the substrate. In case of cold winter, shelter the pot at the corner of a wall, or even in a garage in case of severe frost, as potted cultivation exposes the roots more to freezing temperatures.
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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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