{"product_id":"hydrangea-paniculata-switch-ophelia","title":"Hydrangea paniculata '(S)witch Ophelia' (Panicle Hydrangea) H25 cm | Pot Ø19 cm","description":"\u003csection id=\"hydrangea-paniculata-switch-ophelia\" class=\"product-content verdeia-product\"\u003e\n\n\u003cheader class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"product-highlights\"\u003e🌸 Chameleon panicles white-green turning pink • 🌿 Early and long blooming • ☀️ Full sun to partial shade • 🌡️ Very hardy • 💧 Regular watering • 📏 H25 cm | Pot Ø19 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHydrangea paniculata '(S)witch Ophelia'\u003c\/strong\u003e, also called \u003cstrong\u003ePanicle Hydrangea Ophelia\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a dwarf cultivar with spectacular and changing blooms: its conical panicles open white-greenish, take on a powder pink hue over the summer, then intensify to deep pink in autumn. Native to \u003cstrong\u003eEast Asia\u003c\/strong\u003e (China, Siberia, Japan), the species \u003cem\u003eHydrangea paniculata\u003c\/em\u003e is among the most floriferous \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/hydrangeas\"\u003eHydrangeas in the catalog\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eIts particularity compared to classic macrophylla Hydrangeas: a very compact habit (50 cm at maturity), earlier blooming from June, and a \"chameleon\" effect that transforms the plant over the weeks, making \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/conseils\/plantas-para-regalar-simbolismo-y-significado\"\u003ea strong symbolic gift\u003c\/a\u003e in the language of flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\n\u003csection id=\"gamme-hydrangea\" class=\"product-section\" aria-labelledby=\"gamme-title\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"gamme-title\"\u003eWhich Hydrangea to choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/hydrangeas\"\u003eHydrangea collection in the Verdeia catalog\u003c\/a\u003e offers a wide variety of species and cultivars. Here is how to place this paniculata 'Switch Ophelia' among the available varieties:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHydrangea paniculata '(S)witch Ophelia'\u003c\/strong\u003e (this plant) — conical panicles chameleon white-green then pink, dwarf habit (25-50 cm), early blooming. The most compact paniculata in the catalog.\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 — macrophylla with intense blue balls, medium size (45 cm). For a saturated blue and early blooming.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hydrangea-crystal-palace-hortensia-violet-bleu\"\u003eHydrangea 'Crystal Palace'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — macrophylla with deep violet-blue balls, medium size (45 cm). For a purple and theatrical palette.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hydrangea-early-rosa-hortensia-rose\"\u003eHydrangea 'Early Rosa'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — macrophylla with bright pink balls, medium size (45 cm). For a vivid pink on neutral soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hydrangea-teller-nizza-blue-hortensia-bleu-lacecap-d23cm-45cm\"\u003eHydrangea Teller 'Nizza Blue'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — macrophylla in blue lacecap (flat crown), medium size (45 cm). For an airy and natural style.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hydrangea-curly-wurly-bleu-hortensia-lacecap-d23cm-50cm\"\u003eHydrangea 'Curly Wurly Blue'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — macrophylla with double wavy blue petals, medium size (50 cm). For an original effect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hydrangea-macrophylla-blanc-hortensia-boule-d23cm-40cm\"\u003eHydrangea macrophylla blanc\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — large pure white balls, medium size (40 cm). For a pure and bright scene.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hydrangea-arborescens-pink-annabelle-hortensia-rose-boule-d19cm-30cm\"\u003eHydrangea arborescens 'Pink Annabelle'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — tree-like, large powder pink balls, rustic style.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hydrangea-arborescens-strong-annabelle-hortensia-boule-blanc-d19cm-30cm\"\u003eHydrangea arborescens 'Strong Annabelle'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — tree-like, huge white balls, sturdy stems.\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 — Japanese lace hydrangea, compact pink size. For a delicate Japanese-inspired approach.\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 — climbing hydrangea, white flat flowers. The only Hydrangea that clings to a wall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection id=\"exposition-emplacement\" class=\"product-section\" aria-labelledby=\"exposition-title\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"exposition-title\"\u003eExposure \u0026 location\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eUnlike macrophylla hydrangeas which absolutely require partial shade, Hydrangea paniculata tolerates full sun and even flowers more with generous exposure — provided the substrate remains fresh deep down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun to partial shade — flowering is denser and the pink coloration more pronounced with a few hours of direct sun per day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny balcony, terrace, planter, border, or flowerbed — its very compact size is perfect for small spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e very hardy, one of the most cold-resistant species in the Hydrangea genus — no winter protection is needed in most regions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil type:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich in humus, fresh and well-drained, non-calcareous — unlike macrophylla, pH does not influence the flower color in paniculata.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eThe \"chameleon\" effect of 'Switch Ophelia' is linked to the weather: the cooler the late-season nights, the more intense the pink coloration at the end of summer — it is the drop in nighttime temperatures that reveals the deepest palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection id=\"arrosage-entretien\" class=\"product-section\" aria-labelledby=\"arrosage-title\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"arrosage-title\"\u003eWatering \u0026 maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe panicle hydrangea requires a little less water than the macrophylla, but it remains a plant that appreciates a constantly fresh soil. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/conseils\/prueba-del-dedo\"\u003eThe finger test in the substrate\u003c\/a\u003e is the most reliable method to anticipate watering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer watering:\u003c\/strong\u003e regular, 2 to 3 times a week in pot during hot weather — the substrate should always remain cool at 3-4 cm depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter watering:\u003c\/strong\u003e reduced, avoiding complete drying of the root ball.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrainage:\u003c\/strong\u003e essential — empty the saucer after watering, stagnant the water suffocates the roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilization:\u003c\/strong\u003e hydrangea or flowering plant fertilizer in spring and mid-summer to support continuous blooming.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e unlike the macrophylla, the paniculata is pruned severely at the end of winter — cut back stems to 2 or 3 pairs of buds to encourage more abundant flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDry inflorescences:\u003c\/strong\u003e keep the faded panicles on the plant in winter, they offer decorative interest and protect buds from late frosts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eUnlike the macrophylla, the color of the paniculata panicles does not depend on soil pH — no need to use ericaceous soil or acidity correctors, a good universal potting soil is enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection id=\"associations-deco\" class=\"product-section\" aria-labelledby=\"deco-title\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"deco-title\"\u003eDecor ideas \u0026 plant pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eWith its conical panicles in changing shades and very compact habit, the 'Switch Ophelia' brings romantic and evolving elegance to any outdoor arrangement, ideal for \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/conseils\/esquejes-plantas-guia-completo-multiplicacion\"\u003eeasily renewing a flowering balcony by cuttings\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor a romantic countryside scene,\u003c\/strong\u003e pair it with a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/lavandula-angustifolia-hidcote-blue-12cm-20cm\"\u003eLavandula Hidcote Blue\u003c\/a\u003e and a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/rosa-light-pink-in-p-pure-sophie-ceramics-pink-d12cm-30cm\"\u003epale pink dwarf rose\u003c\/a\u003e — the powder pink of the hydrangea interacts with the lavender blue and the soft pink of the rose in a gentle, summery palette.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor a pink tonal floral duo,\u003c\/strong\u003e place it next to a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hydrangea-early-rosa-hortensia-rose\"\u003eHydrangea 'Early Rosa'\u003c\/a\u003e — the conical paniculata panicles complement the large macrophylla balls, two distinct shapes for two interpretations of Hortensia pink.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTo highlight the powder pink,\u003c\/strong\u003e place it in an \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/pot-elho-greenville-round-blanc\"\u003eElho Greenville Round Blanc pot\u003c\/a\u003e Ø22 cm — the light base brings out the pink-green shades of the panicles without any color competition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor a more natural tonal note,\u003c\/strong\u003e choose a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/pot-capi-nature-groove-taupe\"\u003eCapi Nature Groove taupe pot\u003c\/a\u003e Ø22 cm — the neutral mineral tone anchors the plant in a sober contemporary balcony while respecting the delicacy of the floral palette.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eThe dried paniculata panicles are beautiful in winter dried bouquets — cut them with pruning shears at the end of flowering, hang them upside down in a dry place, and use them for decoration for months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection id=\"tips\" class=\"product-section\" aria-labelledby=\"tips-title\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"tips-title\"\u003eVerdeia tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cul class=\"verdeia-tips\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrune short in late winter:\u003c\/strong\u003e unlike macrophylla which only needs light cleaning, paniculata blooms on new wood — cut stems back to 2 or 3 pairs of buds in February-March for larger panicles and denser flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeave the dried flowers in place all winter:\u003c\/strong\u003e the faded panicles naturally protect young buds from late frosts and provide a graphic decorative interest throughout winter — cut them only at late winter pruning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle with gloves:\u003c\/strong\u003e the leaves and flowers of the hydrangea can cause skin irritation in sensitive people — wear gloves when pruning and repotting, especially for delicate skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection id=\"caracteristiques\" class=\"product-section\" aria-labelledby=\"caract-title\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"caract-title\"\u003eTechnical characteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cul class=\"tech-details\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eHydrangea paniculata\u003c\/em\u003e '(S)witch Ophelia'\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Panicle hydrangea Ophelia, dwarf panicle hydrangea\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e East Asia\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e H25 cm | Pot Ø19 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 cm in pot, up to 80 cm in open ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e regular in season, reduced in winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil type:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich, fresh, well-drained, non-calcareous\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e June to October, conical panicles chameleon white-green then pink\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e very hardy\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e deciduous, bright green, oval and toothed\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth:\u003c\/strong\u003e medium, compact rounded habit\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e toxic if ingested, skin allergen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Country garden \/ Romantic balcony \/ Evolving composition\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eEach plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. The number of panicles, the intensity of the pink at the end of the season, and the density of the foliage naturally vary from one specimen to another and depending on growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57032161132809,"sku":"6403","price":33.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/1006\/5673\/files\/hydrangea-paniculata-switch-ophelia-hortensia-panicule-h25-cm-pot-oe19-cm-verdeia-9324145.jpg?v=1780523858","url":"https:\/\/verdeia.eu\/en\/products\/hydrangea-pan-switch-ophelia-o19cm-25cm-1","provider":"Verdeia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}