Hydrangea Early Blue (Blue Hydrangea) - H45 cm | Pot Ø23 cm
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do you prune a hydrangea? Prune after flowering by removing faded heads, or in March by cutting the stems in half. Avoid autumn pruning, which would remove the flower buds for the following year.
Can a hydrangea stay outside in winter? Yes, most hydrangeas are hardy and tolerate frost. In pots, protect the roots with a winter cover or bring the pot indoors to a frost-free sheltered spot during very harsh winters.
SHIPPING & PACKAGING
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- Delivery in 2 to 5 business days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection to ensure the plant arrives in perfect condition
- Parcel tracking sent by email as soon as shipped
- Free delivery on orders over €50
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We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us within 48 hours at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- Free replacement or full refund
- No return necessary – we trust you
The guarantee covers: damage related to transport, severely weakened plant upon arrival, preparation errors.
CARE TIPS UPON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack immediately and inspect your plant
- Let it acclimatize 24-48h in a bright spot without direct sunlight
- Check soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting
- Avoid heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe leaves to remove dust
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💙 Large intense blue corymb flowers • 🌸 Early blooming May-July • ☀️ Partial shade to gentle sun • 💧 Regular watering • ❄️ Hardy • 🐾 Toxic to animals
The Hydrangea macrophylla 'Early Blue', or Blue Hydrangea, is a shrub with spectacular blooms native to East Asia — Japan and China. Its large flower heads in corymbs of intense, bright blue make it one of the most decorative hydrangeas in its category. Its early blooming makes it one of the first to flower in the garden. H45 cm | Pot Ø23 cm at delivery.
Hardy, easy to care for. Note: toxic to animals. Discover it in our selection of plants for balconies and terraces.
Which variety of Hydrangea to choose?
Our catalog offers several hydrangeas with distinct characters:
- Hydrangea 'Early Blue' (this plant) — large intense blue flowers, early blooming, generous size. The most spectacular in blue.
- Hydrangea 'Strong Annabelle' — large white balls, compact and vigorous habit. The most understated and modern.
- Hydrangea 'Pink Annabelle' — large soft pink balls. The most romantic.
- Hydrangea serrata 'Pink Petticoat' — delicate pink lace flowers, compact size. The most refined.
- Hydrangea petiolaris — white climbing hydrangea, ideal against a shaded wall. The only climber.
Exposure & location
- Ideal exposure: partial shade to gentle sun — morning light or light afternoon shade.
- To avoid: harsh afternoon sun that wilts delicate flowers, strong wind.
- Soil: rich, fresh, and well-drained, slightly acidic — acidic pH intensifies the blue color.
- Hardiness: hardy — withstands mild winters without protection.
- In a pot: balcony or terrace in partial shade, pot at least 30 cm in diameter.
The blue of Early Blue depends directly on soil pH — acidic soil (pH 5-6) intensifies the blue color, alkaline soil turns it pink. Use acidic substrate or add an acidifier. Check our spring preparation guide for the right seasonal care.
Watering & care
- Watering: regular and generous — hydrangea needs a lot of water, especially during flowering.
- Frequency: every 2-3 days in summer, reduced in winter.
- Water: non-calcareous water — lime alkalizes the soil and turns flowers pink.
- Fertilizer: special hydrangea or flowering plant fertilizer, once a month in spring-summer.
- Pruning: prune lightly after flowering by removing faded heads. Structural pruning in March.
Hydrangea is one of the plants that best signals water shortage — its leaves visibly wilt in heat. Water generously at the first signs of wilting. Check our complete watering guide to adjust frequency.
Decor ideas & plant pairings
Its intense blue makes it an immediate flowering focal point — a rare and precious color in gardens and terraces.
- In a solo pot: in a large terracotta or gray ceramic pot, its blue heads create a spectacular focal point on a partial shade terrace or balcony.
- In combination: pair it with a Lavender Hidcote Blue for a very harmonious blue-violet duo — same cool palette, very different textures.
- Style: romantic, rustic, Mediterranean — its large flower heads match interiors with natural materials.
Keep dried flower heads in autumn-winter — hydrangea is one of the few plants whose dried flowers on the stem remain decorative for several months after blooming. Find more inspiration in our outdoor plant collection.
Verdeia tips
- Acidic soil for intense blue — use a slightly acidic substrate (pH 5-6) or add an acidifier for hydrangeas. In alkaline soil, flowers gradually turn pink.
- Water generously — hydrangea uses a lot of water during flowering. In pots, check moisture every 2 days in hot weather.
- Do not prune too early — prune after flowering or in March. Autumn pruning would remove next year’s flower buds. See our care calendar so you don’t miss this key step.
- ⚠️ Toxic to animals — hydrangea is toxic if ingested by cats and dogs. Keep out of reach. See our plants and pets guide for suitable alternatives.
Technical characteristics
- Botanical name: Hydrangea macrophylla 'Early Blue'
- Common name: Blue hydrangea, Hortensia Early Blue
- Family: Hydrangeaceae
- Origin: East Asia (Japan, China)
- Height on delivery: 45 cm
- Pot diameter: 23 cm
- Flowering: intense blue, May-July, early flowering
- Exposure: partial shade to gentle sun
- Watering: regular and abundant
- Soil: acidic (pH 5-6) to maintain the blue color
- Hardiness: hardy
- Care: easy
- Toxicity for animals: toxic
- Decorative style: Romantic / Countryside / Mediterranean
- Particularity: early flowering, blue color dependent on soil pH, decorative dried flower heads
Each plant is unique: the photos show a representative example. The intensity of the blue varies depending on the soil pH and growing conditions.
Your plant, delivered with care
Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Shipping is done within 48 business hours, with tracked delivery within 2 to 5 business days. Delivery costs €5.60 — free for orders over €50. You will receive a tracking link as soon as the package is shipped.
What to do upon receiving my plant?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What to do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.