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Deinanthe caerulea Blue Wonder

Deinanthe caerulea x bifida Blue Wonder
False Hydrangea

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A beautiful perennial from the family of hydrangeas that offers in May-June small bouquets of delightful flowers, of a tender and luminous mauve blue, on large decorative leaves. A treasure to plant in semi-shade or not too dense shade, in a fresh, humus-rich, and well-drained soil.
Height at maturity
50 cm
Spread at maturity
50 cm
Exposure
Partial shade, Shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -18°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Best planting time March, October
Recommended planting time February to April, September to November
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Description

Deinanthe caerulea 'Blue Wonder' is a beautiful perennial related to hydrangeas that plant enthusiasts will cultivate like their shrubby cousins in partial shade, in deep, humus-rich and moist but well-drained soil. Its spring flowering is a jewel to admire up close: pretty blue-mauve porcelain cups, almost translucent, filled with white stamens, they bloom in clusters on beautiful foliage reminiscent of hydrangeas. 

 

Deinanthe 'Blue Wonder' is a horticultural hybrid resulting from cross-breeding between Deinanthe caerulea, native to China, and D. bifida, its cousin native to Japan. It is a herbaceous perennial plant, with its above-ground vegetation disappearing in winter and emerging from the ground in spring. This Deinanthe, with a relatively slow growth, eventually forms a hemispherical clump measuring about 50cm (20in) in all directions. The stems emerging from the ground bear at their tips very beautiful leaves resembling those of hydrangeas, either entire or divided in two at their tips. Flowering takes place in May-June. The flowers are somewhat peculiar, slightly drooping, with 6 petals of waxy and translucent texture arranged in a cup around a heart filled with numerous stamens. Their colour is a fairly light violet-blue. They are carried in small terminal clusters by slender red stems above the foliage. The name Deinanthe translates to "strange flower," which can be seen in the original appearance of the flower.

 

Deinanthes are excellent companions for hydrangeas, rhododendrons, camellias, and other plants that prefer humus-rich and non-calcareous soil. They also blend perfectly with Solomon's seals, hostas, and ferns that appreciate the same moist and gently shaded environments. Place them at the forefront of your flowerbeds or not far from a pathway, always away from intense sunlight and sheltered from the wind, to be able to admire their strange but delightful flowering up close.

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Deinanthe caerulea Blue Wonder (Foliage) Foliage
Deinanthe caerulea Blue Wonder (Plant habit) Plant habit

Flowering

Flower colour mauve
Flowering time May to June
Flowering description Light violet blue.

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour green
Foliage description Deciduous.

Plant habit

Height at maturity 50 cm
Spread at maturity 50 cm
Growth rate slow

Botanical data

Genus

Deinanthe

Species

caerulea x bifida

Cultivar

Blue Wonder

Family

Hydrangeaceae

Other common names

False Hydrangea

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference157991

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Planting and care

For moist and humus-rich soil, not limestone. Plant your Deinanthes in partial shade or not too dense shade, for example at the edge of a grove or woodland. In a rather heavy clay soil, lighten the soil with non-limestone gravel and compost. It is essential to avoid exposing the foliage to strong winds or direct sunlight. A calm, humid and cool atmosphere is favourable.

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Planting period

Best planting time March, October
Recommended planting time February to April, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Woodland edge, Undergrowth
Type of use Border
Hardiness Hardy down to -18°C (USDA zone 7a) Show map
Ease of cultivation Experienced
Planting density 5 per m2
Exposure Partial shade, Shade
Soil pH Acidic, Neutral
Soil type Silty-loamy (rich and light)
Soil moisture Moist soil, Rich in humus

Care

Pruning No pruning necessary
Disease resistance Good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground

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