Hydrangea macrophylla 'Shooting Star'
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Shooting Star'
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Shooting Star'
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Shooting Star'
Hydrangea macrophylla Shooting Star
Bigleaf Hydrangea, French Hydrangea, Lacecap Hydrangea, Mophead Hydrangea, Penny Mac, Hortensia
I probably didn't plant it in the best spot, the soil was too compact, it held on but didn't grow much. I finally planted it in a large pot and put it in the shade, hoping to finally see its flowers next spring!
Sylvia C., 02/12/2018
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Description
The Hydrangea macrophylla 'Shooting Star' is a variety of hydrangea that is still relatively unknown. From July to October, it bursts into a thousand small white and double stars, gathered on flat inflorescences. Worked like delicate lace, the sterile florets surrounding a cluster of tiny fertile florets assemble into spherical constellations, cascading above a thick, dark green and glossy foliage. Its compact and bushy habit is well suited for cultivating large pots or shady flower beds in non-chalky soil.
The Hydrangea macrophylla Shooting Star is a recent hybrid resulting from cross-breeding the species H. macrophylla and H.serrata, among others. All these hardy plants belong to the hydrangea family, native to China and Japan.
'Shooting Star' is part of a series of 'Lacecap' cultivars selected for their flat flower heads. This bush has a compact and round habit, as wide as it is tall, reaching 100 cm (39in) in all directions. From July to October, its small fertile and sterile flowers, with striking dimorphism, form spherical flower heads measuring 25 to 30 cm (10 to 12in) in diameter, slightly rounded, pure white for five weeks, then turning a pale green. They are intricately arranged: the sterile florets, in the form of double stars located on the periphery, are carried by long pedicels that give them the appearance of shooting stars. The 'flower' heart consists of tiny white florets. The flowering contrasts beautifully with shiny, dark green, deciduous foliage with a waxy texture. The leaves are opposite, reaching a minimum length of about fifteen centimetres. They are simple, ovate to elliptical, ending in a tapered point, coarsely toothed like a saw. Hydrangeas can live for at least 50 years.
The Shooting Star Hydrangea possesses a unique, fascinating, and dynamic charm. Hydrangeas are well known for brightening 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 particularly well-suited for container cultivation, which can be placed on the terrace in a beautiful pot or near the entrance. Although these plants dislike chalky soil, they are not strictly acid-loving plants. Pair them with Magellan fuchsias, annual impatiens, or plant spring-flowering bulbs in front of their round silhouette. Enjoy their splendid flowering in the garden or the house for a long time.
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Planting and care
Plant the macrophylla 'Shooting Star' hydrangea in spring or early autumn, preferably in a slightly shaded position, against an east-facing or north-facing wall. It may be prudent to overwinter in very cold regions in a cold greenhouse or the conservatory. Keep it sheltered from cold, drying winds. It does not require ericaceous soil but appreciates deep, moist, well-drained, reasonably fertile soil, possibly enriched with good basal fertiliser before planting. If the soil is dry at the base of the wall, plant the root ball at least 30-40 cm (12-16in) away from the base of the wall and incorporate a quantity of well-rotted compost to retain moisture in the soil better. Very hardy, it can be planted in cold regions without fear. As for pruning, remove faded flowers on the first bud or the pair of buds directly below. Cut back to the base by a quarter or a third of the oldest stems when the plant is mature to promote the formation of young shoots. Perform 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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