Hydrangea macrophylla Rosita
Hydrangea macrophylla Rosita
Hydrangea macrophylla Rosita
Hydrangea macrophylla Rosita
Hydrangea macrophylla Rosita
Hydrangea macrophylla Rosita
Bigleaf Hydrangea, French Hydrangea
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Description
The Hydrangea macrophylla 'Rosita' is a fairly old, floriferous, hardy and vigorous variety of hydrangea that has proven itself in both the garden and in flowering pots. It is a fairly compact and rounded bush that produces large, round flower heads from June onwards, with a bright pink hue that turns blue in acidic soil. They bloom abundantly and regularly throughout the summer. Like all hydrangeas, it prefers soil that is low in limestone. A reliable choice, it will find its place in a large pot on the terrace or in shaded flowerbeds.
The Hydrangea macrophylla 'Rosita', obtained in Belgium before 1963, is one of the many hybrids obtained through the cross-breeding of hardy species belonging to the hydrangea family, native to China and Japan. This compact bush has a rounded habit, as wide as it is tall, reaching 1.20 m (3 ft 11 in) in all directions at maturity. In summer, from June to September, its small sterile flowers form round flower heads, reaching up to 15 cm (5.9 in) in diameter and deep pink in colour, with mauve reflections in acidic soil. They are borne on sturdy stems that are one year or older. The flowering is accompanied by small, firm and lush green foliage, which takes on carmine pink shades in autumn before falling. The leaves are opposite, about ten centimetres in length. They are simple, ovate to elliptical, ending in a pointed tip, and strongly toothed like a saw. Hydrangeas can live for at least 50 years.
The 'Rosita' Hydrangea is one of the best pink varieties, with a very stable colour. It has excellent hardiness and a very vigorous flowering. Hydrangeas are well-known for brightening up the north side of houses. This one will thrive in an east or west exposure that is not too hot, in flowerbeds as well as in hedges. This variety is suitable for cultivation in open ground or in containers, which can be placed on the terrace or near the entrance. Although these plants dislike limestone, they are not strictly plants for heathland soil. Pair them with Magellan fuchsias, annual impatiens, or plant spring-flowering bulbs in front of their round silhouette. Enjoy their sumptuous flowers in the garden or in the house for a long time.
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Hydrangea
macrophylla
Rosita
Hydrangeaceae
Bigleaf Hydrangea, French Hydrangea
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Plant the Rosita hydrangea macrophylla in spring or early autumn, preferably in a slightly shaded position, for example against an east- or even north facing wall. Protect it from cold, drying winds. It does not require acidic soil, but appreciates a deep, moist but well-drained and fertile soil, improved 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 (11.8 - 15.7 in) away from the base of the wall and add well-rotted compost to improve water retention. Very hardy, it doesn't mind being planted in cold regions. To correctly prune your plant, removing any wilted flowers from the first bud or pair of buds directly below is essential. Once the plant has fully grown, cut back the oldest stems at the base by a quarter to a third to encourage the formation of new, young shoots. It's recommended to carry out this pruning every year during 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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