Hydrangea macrophylla 'Magical Pearl' pbr

Common Name:

Hydrangea 'Magical Pearl'
Bigleaf Hydrangea
Mophead Hydrangea

Description:

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Magical Pearl' PBR is a stunning, compact deciduous shrub celebrated for its large, rounded flower heads that undergo a beautiful colour transformation throughout the flowering season. Initially emerging in soft lime-green tones, the blooms develop into a brilliant pearl-white before gradually ageing to an elegant chartreuse green. These long-lasting flowers are held proudly on strong, sturdy stems above lush, deep green foliage, creating a spectacular display from summer through to autumn. Its naturally rounded, bushy growth habit makes it an excellent choice for shaded garden beds, cottage gardens, borders, courtyard plantings and decorative pots. The flowers are also ideal for fresh floral arrangements and dried bouquets, retaining their ornamental appeal well beyond the flowering season. Particularly well-suited to Melbourne's temperate climate, 'Magical Pearl' thrives in part shade, preferably with gentle morning sunlight and protection from harsh afternoon sun. It prefers fertile, moist, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter and benefits from regular watering and mulching during warmer months. Flowering on both old and new wood, this relatively low-maintenance variety requires minimal pruning, with occasional deadheading and light shaping sufficient to maintain its attractive form. Its elegant white blooms, changing seasonal colours and compact size make 'Magical Pearl' a beautiful addition to both traditional and contemporary gardens.

Form:

- Shrub - Small

Mature Size:

• Height: 0.9–1.2 m

• Width: 0.9–1.2 m

Aspect:

- Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Summer

• Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:

• Lime green (emerging blooms)

• Pearl white

• Chartreuse green (mature blooms)

Key Attributes:

• Attractive to Pollinators

• Bee Attracting

• Compact Growth Habit

• Deciduous

• Excellent Cut Flowers

• Flowers Suitable for Drying

• Long Flowering Period

• Low Maintenance

• Perennial

• Suitable for Cottage Gardens

• Suitable for Formal Gardens

• Suitable for Pots

• Suitable for Shaded Gardens

Toxicity:

Toxic to humans, dogs, cats and horses if ingested. All parts of the plant contain naturally occurring cyanogenic glycosides, which may cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea and gastrointestinal discomfort. Contact with foliage may also cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals. Keep away from pets and children who may chew or ingest plant material.

Companion Plants:

• Azalea

• Camellia japonica

• Daphne odora

• Ferns

• Helleborus (Winter Rose)

• Heuchera (Coral Bells)

• Hosta

• Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum)

• Pieris japonica

• Sarcococca confusa

• Skimmia japonica

• Viola odorata

  For more information and photos of this species, Warners Nursery has detailed information available to the public here