Hydrangea macrophylla 'Nigra'

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Nigra' (bigleaf hydrangea) is a mophead type hydrangea that varies from pink to blue depending on soil PH and has dark purplish black stems on new growth.  Hydrangea macrophylla 'Nigra' makes a stunning cut flower where you can appreciate the black stems up close!  As with all hydrangeas, Hydrangea macrophylla 'Nigra' grows best in a moist, well-drained soil.  Hydrangea macrophylla 'Nigra' will be a fantastic addition to your hydrangea collection or as a stand alone plant in your garden.

• HARDINESS:  zones (5?)6-9
• EXPOSURE:  shade, part shade (best), sun (might burn foliage)
• SIZE:  4-6'+
• FLOWER: blue in acid soils, pink in more neutral to alkaline soils
• FORM:  mophead
• SHIPPING SIZE:  1/2 gallon pot