Remove all packaging straight away. Check the compost and water thoroughly if dry, then place the plants outdoors in a sheltered position or in a greenhouse.
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Hydrangea
'Eclipse'
Hydrangea 'Eclipse' is a statement shrub for gardeners who like their foliage with a little theatre. Its huge dark purple, almost black leaves hold their colour through the season, even after pruning and during warm spells, giving Hydrangea 'Eclipse' a dramatic depth where many hydrangeas would gradually slip back to green. Against this moody backdrop, the flowers appear in cream with rich shades of purple-pink to cherry red, depending on soil pH. The contrast is striking, modern and rather irresistible. With excellent disease resistance and an easy-going nature, Hydrangea 'Eclipse' offers bold garden style without the high-maintenance temperament that sometimes accompanies such glamour.
Plant Hydrangea 'Eclipse' in fertile, moisture-retentive, well-drained soil, in sun or partial shade, where its dark foliage can create a strong focal point. It works beautifully in containers, mixed borders and contemporary planting schemes, especially with silver foliage, pale grasses, white flowers or deep red companions that echo its rich blooms. The dark leaves of Hydrangea 'Eclipse' bring structure long before and after flowering, so the plant never feels like a one-season wonder. Confident, distinctive and surprisingly practical, Hydrangea macrophylla 'Eclipse' is perfect for gardeners ready to embrace a little botanical boldness.
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Plant profile
Plant calendar
Check each plant’s specifications. Hardy perennials can remain outdoors, while half-hardy and tender varieties should be kept frost-free until the risk of frost has passed.
Plant within a month, preferably sooner. Choose a suitable position, remove weeds and loosen the soil thoroughly, adding compost or well-rotted organic matter where needed.
Gently remove the plant from its pot and plant with the root ball level with the soil surface. Firm gently, water well and add a plant label.
Water regularly until established and whenever the soil feels dry during spring and summer. Feed container-grown plants fortnightly during active growth to encourage healthy flowering.
- Botanical name
- Hydrangea macrophylla 'Bailmacseven' (FIRST EDITIONS® ECLIPSE®)
- Flower colour
- Pink, purple, red
- Established height
- 70cm-1m
- Established spread
- 70cm-1m
- Growing skill
- Easy to grow
- Habit
-
Upright
Clump-forming - Hardiness
- Fully hardy
- Leaf colour
- Purple, near-black
- Mouse resistant
- Yes
- Plant spacing
- 4 plants per m2
- Pollinator friendly
- Yes
- Position
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Sheltered
Exposed - Rabbit resistant
- Yes
- Scented
- No
- Soil acidity
- Any
- Soil moisture
-
Free draining
Dry
Damp - Soil type
-
Loam
Clay
Loam-based compost - Suitable for
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Coastal gardens
Large containers
Borders
Cottage gardens
Woodland gardens
Low maintenance gardens - Sunlight
-
Full sun
Partial shade
Dappled shade - Toxicity
- No report
- Years to establish
- 2-3 years
Pollinator-friendly
Perennial
Fully hardy
Drought tolerant
Low maintenance
Attracts wildlife
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