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Rough-leaved hydrangea

Hydrangea aspera

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Hydrangea aspera

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Common name
Rough-leaved hydrangea
Taxonomy
Family: Hydrangeaceae · Genus: Hydrangea

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How it thrives

Partly general data for the genus Hydrangea
Waterhigh
Lightbright indirect
Humiditymediumgeneral genus data
Min. temperature-15 °C
Cold winter dormancy · general genus dataDifficulty: ●●○○○ · general genus data⚠ May be toxic to pets / people · general genus data

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Hydrangea tip: Blue on acidic soil, pink on alkaline; only thin out bigleaf hydrangeas in spring.

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Rough-leaved hydrangea – what to know

Rough-leaved hydrangea (Hydrangea aspera) – family: Hydrangeaceae, genus: Hydrangea. Care guidelines: light: bright indirect; water: high; min. -15 °C. For cats: mildly toxic; for dogs: mildly toxic. Keep it out of reach and call a vet straight away if you suspect poisoning.

Frequently asked questions

How often should I water Rough-leaved hydrangea?

Generously: keep the soil evenly moist and never let it dry out completely.

How much light does Rough-leaved hydrangea need?

It likes bright but indirect light, such as near an east- or west-facing window.

How cold can Rough-leaved hydrangea get?

Frost-hardy to about -15 °C – it can overwinter outdoors in many climates.

Is Rough-leaved hydrangea toxic to cats and dogs?

For cats: mildly toxic; for dogs: mildly toxic. Keep it out of reach and call a vet straight away if you suspect poisoning.

When does Rough-leaved hydrangea flower?

According to the general guideline for the genus Hydrangea: Typical flowering time: June, July, August, September.

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