Hydrangea macrophylla Magical Green Cloud

Magical Green Cloud Hydrangea

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Compact shrub with dark glossy foliage and flower heads changing color from green to pink based on soil pH. Ideal for container gardening in partial shade.
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Plant Details

Common Name Magical Green Cloud Hydrangea
Family Hydrangeaceae
Genus Hydrangea
Species Macrophylla
Variety Magical Green Cloud
Origin Cultivar (Europe)
Blooming Summer to Autumn, flower color changes with soil acidity.
Leaf Color Dark green, glossy
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Acidic peat-based potting mix, well-draining but moisture-retentive. pH 5.0-6.0 for blue tones.

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. High humidity required. Reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light or morning sun only. Avoid harsh midday sun to prevent leaf scorch and flower bleaching.

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Fertilization

Balanced fertilizer every 2 weeks during growing season (Apr-Sept). Use aluminum sulfate for blue blooms, lime for pink.

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Pruning

Prune immediately after flowering to shape. Remove dead wood in spring. Do not prune heavily before summer as blooms form on old wood.

Pest Control Aphid Scale Insect Slug Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 4 months
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Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
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Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Mar
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
54° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
60% – 90%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
800 – 15000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
100 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
40% – 75%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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