Hydrangea 'Petite Cherry'
panicled hydrangea
Orders placed until 29 February 2027
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Orders placed 1 March - 15 April 2027
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Orders placed 16 April - 15 May 2027
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Description
Hydrangea 'Petite Cherry' may be small in stature, but it delivers an outsized dose of charm. This compact panicled hydrangea begins its season dressed in lime-green blooms that gradually ripen into deep cherry red by early autumn—a transformation that feels almost theatrical against its dark green foliage. The colour change gives Hydrangea 'Petite Cherry' a dynamic presence, catching the light differently as the season progresses. Perfect for pots, containers, or the front of a mixed border, it brings that sought-after balance of neat form and bold colour without demanding much in return.
Hydrangea paniculata 'Petite Cherry' thrives in full sun or partial shade and loves well-drained but moisture-retentive soil. Its sturdy stems hold the flower panicles upright, even after a good British downpour, ensuring the display remains pristine right through to the end of the season. Ideal for smaller gardens or patios where space is at a premium, Hydrangea 'Petite Cherry' adds a refined splash of late-summer colour just when borders need a lift. And despite its delicate looks, it’s perfectly hardy—proof that good things really do come in small packages. Whether you plant it as a cheerful accent or a compact focal point, the little Hydrangea 'Petite Cherry' punches far above its weight in both colour and personality.
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Key features
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Perfect for pots
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Comes back every year
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Fragrant
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Attractive to wildlife
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In peat-free compost
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Low maintenance
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Drought tolerant
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Fully hardy
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Rodent resistant
Specs & details
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Botanical name
Hydrangea paniculata Petite Cherry ('Couharie') (Petite Series)
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Flower colour
Green
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Plant size
1
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Established height
30-50cm
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Established spread
30-50cm
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Plant spacing
9 plants per m2
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Leaf colour
Green
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Habit
Upright
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Life cycle
Deciduous shrub
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Hardiness
Fully hardy
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Years to establish
1-2 years
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Sunlight
Full sun
Partial shade
Dappled shade -
Position
Sheltered
Exposed -
Suitable for
Pots
Large containers
Borders
Gravel gardens
Wildlife gardens
Cottage gardens
Low maintenance gardens -
Soil acidity
Any
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Soil moisture
Free draining
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Soil type
Clay
Loam
Multipurpose compost -
RHS Award (AGM)
Yes
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Growing skill
Easy to grow
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Scented
Yes
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Pollinator-friendly
Yes
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Mouse resistant
Yes
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Rabbit resistant
Yes
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Deer resistant
Yes
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Toxicity
No report
Plant calendar
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- Planting
- Flowering
Useful information
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Soak the Hydrangea 'Petite Cherry' roots in water for 3-6 hours prior to planting
Plant your panicled hydrangea bare roots into temporary pots with a multipurpose compost within a week of delivery and grow-on in a sheltered spot outdoors
Choose a pot which comfortably fits the bare roots. Some have a noticeable crown which should be just below the soil surface with any top growth exposed. Some varieties are a length of root which should be planted lengthways and shallowly (1-2cm deep).
Plant out into borders or permanent containers in late spring or early summer once in full growth. Choose a position in sun or shade depending on the variety.
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Orders placed until 29 February 2027
You can expect your order in February/March 2027Orders placed 1 March - 15 April 2027
You can expect your order in March/April 2027Orders placed 16 April - 15 May 2027
You can expect your order within 10 business days
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