Cherry Explosion™ Potted Bigleaf Hydrangea
Winter-Hardy Wonder in a Burst of Cherry Color.
- 🚚 Ships in Spring (Starting 3rd Week of March)
- 🛡️ Complimentary One-Year Grow With Grace™ Guarantee
About Cherry Explosion™ Potted Hydrangea
Hydrangea macrophylla ‘McKay’ PP 28,757
An absolute standout for color and charm, Cherry Explosion™ delivers a bold display of bright cherry-red lacecap blooms atop a naturally compact and rounded shrub. Hardy to Zone 4 and boasting a longer bloom period than many hydrangeas, it’s perfect for gardeners seeking vibrant performance with low fuss.
💐 Plant & Flower Traits
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Flower Type: Lacecap; a unique combination of large, sterile florets surrounding fertile flowers
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Color: Vivid cherry-red (shifting to pink or lavender in more acidic soils)
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Foliage: Deep green in summer, turning burgundy in fall
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Plant Size: Compact and rounded, approximately 3′ tall by 3′ wide
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Blooming: Early to mid-summer with an extended flowering window; blooms reliably even after late frosts
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Light: Prefers morning sun with afternoon shade
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Hardiness: USDA Zones 4–9
🏡 Garden Use & Care
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Best For: Containers, borders, patios, foundation plantings, and pollinator gardens
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Growth Habit: Dense, mounded, and well-branched—ideal for low-maintenance planting — requires no growth regulators
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Soil & Water Needs: Prefers consistent moisture in well-drained soil; color may be influenced by pH levels
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Resilience: Blooms on both old and new wood; hardy enough to regenerate blooms even if frosted back
🌿 Why Choose Cherry Explosion™
Cherry Explosion™ packs big, bright flower power into a small space—without sacrificing performance or style. Its lacecap form adds textural interest, and the rich cherry-red blooms stand out in containers and garden beds alike. With cold tolerance through Zone 4, dependable reblooming, and a season-long show including fall foliage, this hydrangea is an eye-catching choice that delivers reliable, multi-season beauty.
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