Deep blue lacecap florets in acidic soils; pink to mauve in neutral soils. Glossy, dark green foliage has a reddish tinge in the fall. Strong, upright, purple-black stems support big blooms of small-flower centers surrounded by darker, larger sterile florets. Great accent or border shrub. Botanical Name- Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Zorro’ Pronunciation- hy-DRAN-jee-uh mak-roh-FIL-uh Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 3 ft Mature Height- 4 ft Sun Exposure- Part sun to part shade Soil Preferences- Organically enriched, evenly moist, well-drained soil Current Size- 3 Bloom Color- Blue Bloom Time- Summer Companion Plants- Astilbe ‘Fanal’ – moist partial shade synergy Fauna Attracted- Bees (especially lacecap types), butterflies, hoverflies Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – C13 Yearly Care Instructions- Prune spent blooms after flowering, leaving buds for next year. Keep soil consistently moist and mulch well. Fertilize with an acid-based formula in spring if aiming for blue blooms. Trimming Instructions- Prune after flowering if it blooms on old wood, removing spent blossoms. For remontant types, trim lightly in late winter. Fertilization Instructions- Feed with a balanced or slightly acidic fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14 or 4-6-4) in spring; moderate to high feeding need. Incorporate compost into clay for best flower production. Fertilizer Recommendation- Holly-tone Possible Issues- Aphids, powdery mildew
