hydrangea [Magical Moonlight]

Grow in moist but well-drained, humus rich soil, ideally in light shade though it will also tolerate full sun if the soil does not dry out. Mulch in spring, and provide shelter from cold, drying winds. See hydrangea cultivation for more detailed advice

Cut back to a framework in spring; see pruning group 4 (hydrangeas) for more detailed advice

Propagate by softwood cuttings in early summer, or by hardwood cuttings in winter. As this plant is protected by Plant Breeders' Rights, any propagation should be for personal rather than commercial use

May be susceptible to aphids, capsid bug, red spider mite, stem and bulb eelworm, vine weevil and scale insects

May be susceptible to honey fungus, grey moulds, powdery mildews, leaf spot and virus diseases