{"product_id":"hydrangea-teller-nizza-blue-hortensia-bleu-lacecap-d23cm-45cm","title":"Hydrangea Teller 'Nizza Blue' (blue lacecap hydrangea) H45 cm | Pot Ø23 cm","description":"\u003csection id=\"hydrangea-teller-nizza-blue\" class=\"product-content verdeia-product\"\u003e\n\n\u003cheader class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"product-highlights\"\u003e💙 7 to 12 large flat blue umbels per plant • 🌿 Flowering from June to September • 🌤️ Partial shade or soft light • ❄️ Very hardy • 📏 H45 cm | Pot Ø23 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHydrangea Teller 'Nizza Blue'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a lacecap hydrangea native to \u003cstrong\u003eSwitzerland\u003c\/strong\u003e, from the same Teller series obtained in Wädenswil by Dr. F. Meier. Its flat umbels feature a dense core of small blue-green fertile flowers surrounded by a crown of large blue-white sterile flowers — a very natural graphic and very different from classic ball hydrangeas. Delivered with 7 to 12 flower heads per plant, it brings a sophisticated and natural floral touch to any \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/balcon-terraza\"\u003eterrace, balcony, or garden\u003c\/a\u003e with partial shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eIts blue color is directly related to the acidity of the substrate — in acidic soil, the flowers turn intense blue; in calcareous soil, they tend towards mauve pink. It is one of the most appreciated \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plantas-con-flor-1\"\u003esummer-flowering shrubs\u003c\/a\u003e for partial shade spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\n\u003csection id=\"gamme-hortensias\" class=\"product-section\" aria-labelledby=\"gamme-title\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"gamme-title\"\u003eWhich hydrangea to choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eVerdeia offers several hydrangeas with distinct shapes and colors. Here is how to place the Teller 'Nizza Blue' among the varieties in the catalog:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHydrangea Teller 'Nizza Blue'\u003c\/strong\u003e (this plant) — large flat blue umbels (lacecap), 7 to 12 heads per plant, flowering June-September. The most natural and attractive variety for pollinators, in blue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hydrangea-teller-benxi-hortensia-blanc-lacecap-d23cm-45cm\"\u003eHydrangea Teller 'Benxi'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — same flat umbels in pure white. The choice for a very elegant white match in the same lacecap format.\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 balls, early flowering. The choice for a dense and voluminous blue ball.\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 — large, very dense pink balls, early flowering. The classic choice for an intense color ball effect.\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 — deep violet-blue balls, compact habit. The choice for very dense purplish tones.\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 — very large white balls with sturdy stems. The choice for a pure and voluminous white that is very structuring.\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\u003eThe Teller 'Nizza Blue' enjoys soft light in partial shade. A location sheltered from the burning afternoon sun is ideal — in full sun, large sterile flowers and leaves quickly fade and burn. Its blue color is also more intense and stable in shade than in full sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial shade or soft light — ideally east or northeast facing, sheltered from the afternoon sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e north or east-facing balcony, shaded terrace, garden under partial cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich, humus-rich, fresh, and acidic — ideal pH between 5 and 6 for an intense and stable blue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn pot:\u003c\/strong\u003e acidifying substrate for hydrangeas — water strictly with rainwater or demineralized water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eTo intensify and stabilize the blue color, add aluminum sulfates (blueing fertilizer) to the substrate at planting — this is the most direct way to get a deep and consistent blue throughout the season, regardless of your watering water composition.\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\u003eLike all hydrangeas, the 'Nizza Blue' is a heavy water consumer — in a pot, insufficient watering is the main cause of flower wilting. Tap water with lime is its main enemy in pots: it neutralizes the substrate's acidity and turns blue flowers to mauve pink. A \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/preparar-sus-plantas-de-interior-para-la-primavera-los-gestos-esenciales-de-febrero-marzo\"\u003egood spring restart\u003c\/a\u003e and a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/abonos-y-nutricion-de-plantas-de-interior-la-guia-completa-para-alimentar-tus-plantas-naturalmente\"\u003especific acidifying fertilizer for hydrangeas\u003c\/a\u003e in March-April ensure dense flowering and stable blue color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e abundant and regular — the soil must never dry out completely; water exclusively with rainwater or demineralized water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e in spring only — remove old dry flower heads above the first strong bud; never prune green wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e specific acidifying hydrangea fertilizer in March and June — a blueing fertilizer strengthens and stabilizes the blue color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e every 2 years in spring with acidifying substrate for hydrangeas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter care:\u003c\/strong\u003e very hardy in open ground; in pot, protect the planter from frost or bring indoors to a frost-free space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eIf the blue flowers turn pink, your water or substrate is too calcareous — adding a blueing fertilizer for hydrangeas quickly corrects the situation and brings new flowers back to blue within a few weeks.\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\u003eThe blue lacecap of 'Nizza Blue' is one of the rarest and most elegant colors in the world of flowering shrubs. It naturally pairs with whites, pinks, and dark foliage for a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/crear-un-rincon-de-descanso-vegetal-en-casa-inspiraciones-y-consejos\"\u003echaracterful green terrace\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor a very refined blue and white duo,\u003c\/strong\u003e the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hydrangea-teller-benxi-hortensia-blanc-lacecap-d23cm-45cm\"\u003eHydrangea Teller 'Benxi'\u003c\/a\u003e white is the ideal companion in the same size — the two lacecaps from the Teller series in blue and white create a very harmonious and natural two-tone composition in a partial shade terrace corner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor a very bright spring blue and pink combination,\u003c\/strong\u003e the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/rhododendron-bollywood-azalee-rose-panachee-d19cm-30cm\"\u003eRhododendron 'Bollywood'\u003c\/a\u003e variegated pink blooms in April-May before the hydrangea takes over in June — the two partial shade shrubs succeed each other for a flowering terrace from winter to early autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor a very elegant lasting background all year round,\u003c\/strong\u003e the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/camellia-japonica-nuccios-gem-camelia-blanc-dexterieur\"\u003eCamellia 'Nuccio's Gem'\u003c\/a\u003e white blooms from February-March when the hydrangea is still past its peak — the white camellia covers the winter, the blue hydrangea takes over in summer, both shrubs sharing the same preference for acidic soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTo enhance the blue in a contemporary planter,\u003c\/strong\u003e the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/pot-capi-nature-groove-taupe\"\u003epot Capi Nature Groove taupe\u003c\/a\u003e provides a natural, matte background that amplifies the depth of the blue lacecap flowers — the ribbed texture of the recycled material pot creates a very elegant harmony with the natural character of this lacecap hydrangea.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eThe Teller 'Nizza Blue' is the hydrangea that attracts the most pollinators — its central fertile flowers are accessible to bees and bumblebees, unlike mophead hydrangeas whose flowers are all sterile; place it in a visible spot to enjoy this lively ballet all summer.\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\u003eWater only with rainwater or demineralized water:\u003c\/strong\u003e calcareous tap water is the main enemy of blue in pots — it gradually neutralizes the substrate acidity and turns the flowers mauve pink in a few seasons; collect rainwater or use demineralized water for all watering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdd a bluing fertilizer at planting:\u003c\/strong\u003e the intense blue of the flowers directly depends on the availability of aluminum in the soil, which is conditioned by acidity — applying bluing fertilizer (aluminum sulfates) in spring and June ensures a stable and intense blue color regardless of your water composition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeep flower heads dry in winter:\u003c\/strong\u003e old dried inflorescences naturally protect flower buds from frost — do not remove them in autumn; leave them in place until spring, they are also very decorative under frost and can be cut for dried floral arrangements.\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 macrophylla\u003c\/em\u003e 'Nizza Blue' (Teller series)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue lacecap hydrangea\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Europe (Switzerland)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e H45 cm | Pot Ø23 cm — 7 to 12 flower heads\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 1.5 m tall and 1.8 m wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial shade or soft light\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e abundant, rainwater or demineralized water required\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlooming:\u003c\/strong\u003e June to September\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower color:\u003c\/strong\u003e intense blue in acidic soil, mauve pink in calcareous soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e shiny dark green, deciduous\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very hardy (down to -15 °C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity for animals:\u003c\/strong\u003e toxic (all parts)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural \/ Romantic \/ Rustic\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eEach plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. The flower color naturally varies according to the pH of the substrate and the quality of the watering water — in acidic soil, the blue is intense; in neutral or calcareous soil, the flowers tend towards mauve pink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57032159658249,"sku":"22347","price":36.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/1006\/5673\/files\/hydrangea-teller-nizza-blue-hortensia-lacecap-bleu-h45-cm-pot-oe23-cm-verdeia-2810231.jpg?v=1777780218","url":"https:\/\/verdeia.eu\/en\/products\/hydrangea-teller-nizza-blue-hortensia-blue-lacecap-pot-23cm-45cm","provider":"Verdeia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}