{"product_id":"hydrangea-crystal-palace-hortensia-violet-bleu","title":"Hydrangea Crystal Palace (violet-blue hydrangea) - H45 cm | Pot Ø23 cm","description":"\u003csection id=\"hydrangea-crystal-palace\" class=\"product-content verdeia-product\"\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- INTRO --\u003e\n\u003cheader class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-highlights\"\u003e💜 Large round heads in intense blue to violet-blue • 🌸 Generous summer bloom • ☀️ Partial shade to gentle sun • 💧 Regular watering • ❄️ Hardy • 🐾 Toxic to animals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHydrangea macrophylla 'Crystal Palace'\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cem\u003eviolet-blue Hydrangea\u003c\/em\u003e, is a shrub with spectacular blooms native to East Asia — Japan and China. Its large flower heads of intense blue to deep violet-blue contrast beautifully with its firm, bright green, glossy foliage. A generous bloom and rare color make it an immediate focal point. H45 cm | Pot Ø23 cm at delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eHardy, easy to care for. Note: toxic to animals. Discover it in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/balcons-terrasses\"\u003eselection of plants for balconies and terraces\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- QUELLE VARIÉTÉ D'HORTENSIA CHOISIR ? --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"varietes-title\" id=\"varietes-hydrangea\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"varietes-title\"\u003eWhich Hydrangea variety to choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur catalog offers several hydrangeas with distinct characters:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHydrangea 'Crystal Palace'\u003c\/strong\u003e (this plant) — large round heads in intense blue to violet-blue, firm bright green foliage. The deepest in color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hydrangea-early-blue-hortensia-bleu\"\u003eHydrangea 'Early Blue'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — large intense blue heads, early blooming. The earliest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hydrangea-arborescens-strong-annabelle-hortensia-boule-blanc-d19cm-30cm\"\u003eHydrangea 'Strong Annabelle'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — large white balls, compact and vigorous habit. The most understated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hydrangea-arborescens-pink-annabelle-hortensia-rose-boule-d19cm-30cm\"\u003eHydrangea 'Pink Annabelle'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — large soft pink balls. The most romantic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hydrangea-serrata-pink-petticoat-hortensia-dentele-rose-d19cm-25cm\"\u003eHydrangea serrata 'Pink Petticoat'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — delicate pink lace flowers, compact size. The most refined.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hydrangea-petiolaris-hortensia-grimpant-d15cm-65cm\"\u003eHydrangea petiolaris\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — white climbing hydrangea, ideal against a shaded wall. The only climber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- EXPOSITION \u0026 EMPLACEMENT --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"exposition-title\" id=\"exposition-emplacement\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"exposition-title\"\u003eExposure \u0026 location\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal exposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e partial shade to gentle sun — morning light or light afternoon shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e scorching afternoon sun that wilts flowers, strong wind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil :\u003c\/strong\u003e rich, fresh, and well-drained — slightly acidic to maintain blue and violet color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness :\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy — withstands mild winters without protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn a pot :\u003c\/strong\u003e balcony or terrace in partial shade, pot at least 30 cm in diameter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eThe blue-violet color depends on substrate acidity — an acidic substrate (pH 5-6) intensifies blue and violet tones. Use special hydrangea potting soil or add an acidifier. Check our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/conseils\/preparer-ses-plantes-dinterieur-pour-le-printemps-les-gestes-essentiels-de-fevrier-mars\"\u003espring preparation guide\u003c\/a\u003e for the right seasonal care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ARROSAGE \u0026 ENTRETIEN --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"arrosage-title\" id=\"arrosage-entretien\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"arrosage-title\"\u003eWatering \u0026 maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering :\u003c\/strong\u003e regular and generous — especially during flowering and hot, dry periods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency :\u003c\/strong\u003e every 2-3 days in summer, reduced in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater :\u003c\/strong\u003e non-calcareous water — lime alkalizes the soil and turns flowers pink.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrainage :\u003c\/strong\u003e pot with drainage holes required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer :\u003c\/strong\u003e special hydrangea or flowering plant fertilizer, once a month in spring-summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning :\u003c\/strong\u003e remove faded heads after flowering. Light structural pruning in March.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eHydrangea clearly signals water shortage — its leaves visibly wilt in strong heat. Water generously at the first signs. Check our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/conseils\/arrosage-des-plantes-dinterieur-le-guide-complet-pour-ne-plus-jamais-sur-arroser\"\u003ecomplete watering guide\u003c\/a\u003e to adjust frequency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- IDÉES DÉCO --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"deco-title\" id=\"associations-deco\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"deco-title\"\u003eDecor ideas \u0026 plant pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts deep blue-violet is a rare and precious color in gardens and terraces — an immediate focal point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn a solo pot :\u003c\/strong\u003e in a large terracotta or gray ceramic pot, its violet-blue heads create a spectacular focal point on a partial shade terrace or balcony.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn combination :\u003c\/strong\u003e pair it with a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/lavandula-angustifolia-hidcote-blue-12cm-20cm\"\u003eLavender Hidcote Blue\u003c\/a\u003e for a very harmonious composition in blues and purples — same cool palette, very different textures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle :\u003c\/strong\u003e romantic, rustic, Mediterranean — its large round heads match interiors with natural materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eKeep dried flower heads in winter — hydrangea is one of the few plants whose dried flowers on the stem remain decorative for several months. Find more inspiration in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plantes-d-exterieur\"\u003eoutdoor plants collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- CONSEILS VERDEIA --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"tips-title\" id=\"tips\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"tips-title\"\u003eVerdeia tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"verdeia-tips\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAcidic substrate for intense blue-violet\u003c\/strong\u003e — use special hydrangea potting soil or add an acidifier. In alkaline substrate, flowers gradually turn pink.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater generously\u003c\/strong\u003e — hydrangea consumes a lot of water during flowering. In pots, check moisture every 2 days in hot weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo not prune too early\u003c\/strong\u003e — prune after flowering or in March. Autumn pruning would remove the flower buds for the following year. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/conseils\/calendrier-dentretien-des-plantes-dinterieur-guide-mois-par-mois-pour-des-plantes-en-pleine-sante\"\u003ecare calendar\u003c\/a\u003e so you don’t miss this key step.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Toxic to animals\u003c\/strong\u003e — hydrangea is toxic if ingested by cats and dogs. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/conseils\/plantes-dinterieur-et-animaux-guide-complet-pour-une-cohabitation-reussie-et-securisee\"\u003eplants and pets guide\u003c\/a\u003e for suitable alternatives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- CARACTÉRISTIQUES TECHNIQUES --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"caract-title\" id=\"caracteristiques\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"caract-title\"\u003eTechnical characteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tech-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eHydrangea macrophylla\u003c\/em\u003e 'Crystal Palace'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue-violet hydrangea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hydrangeaceae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e East Asia (Japan, China)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight on delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePot diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e intense blue to blue-violet, generous round heads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e partial shade to gentle sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e regular and abundant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e acidic (special hydrangea potting soil) to maintain the blue and violet color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity to animals:\u003c\/strong\u003e toxic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Romantic \/ Rustic \/ Mediterranean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeature:\u003c\/strong\u003e rare deep blue-violet color, large round heads, firm green foliage with contrast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach plant is unique: the photos show a representative example. The intensity of the blue-violet varies depending on the substrate acidity and growing conditions.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56898400321801,"sku":"29786","price":32.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/1006\/5673\/files\/hydrangea-crystal-palace-hortensia-violet-bleu-h45-cm-pot-oe23-cm-verdeia-4944603.jpg?v=1774465878","url":"https:\/\/verdeia.eu\/en\/products\/hydrangea-crystal-palace-hortensia-violet-blue","provider":"Verdeia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}