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Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Red Ball’ is a stunning deciduous shrub that makes a bold statement in the garden with its large, vibrant red flowerheads and lush green foliage. This mophead hydrangea is ideal for adding long-lasting colour to borders, containers, or mixed planting schemes, with its blooms transitioning through the seasons to offer a long season of interest.

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Red Ball' ( 4 Sizes available)

Our plants can be planted all year round providing the ground isn't frozen or waterlogged at time of planting, for more info click here

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Product Information

  • Large Vibrant Blooms: Produces striking, rounded flowerheads of rich red that appear in summer and last well into autumn, creating a standout feature in any garden.
  • Seasonal Interest: The blooms often develop subtle colour changes as they age, offering shades of deep red, burgundy, or even hints of green.
  • Attractive Foliage: Its broad, glossy green leaves provide a lovely contrast to the vibrant flowers and remain lush throughout the growing season.
  • Long-Lasting Cut Flowers: The flowers are ideal for cutting, making stunning additions to fresh arrangements or drying for longer-lasting displays.
  • Versatile and Showy: Perfect for borders, containers, or as a focal point in a mixed planting scheme. It thrives in both traditional cottage gardens and more formal designs.
  • Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil. Colour intensity is best achieved in neutral to slightly alkaline soil conditions.
  • Position: Thrives in partial shade but can tolerate full sun if the soil is kept consistently moist.
  • Height and Spread: Reaches a height of 1–1.2m and spreads up to 1m, forming a compact and rounded shape.


Delivery Options

  Delivery info rmation for UK Mainland Deliveries:  

Our cost for Standard Delivery is £5.99. This price is the same regardless of how many items you purchase! If you spend £150.00 or above, Standard Delivery is free. Standard Delivery takes 2-6 Working Days.   

Next Working Delivery is £9.99. Please place your order by 2pm Monday – Thursday. Please note deliveries are carried out by a  third party  courier therefore ,  we cannot  guarantee  our Next Day Delivery Service. During very busy periods, Next Working Day delivery may be temporarily unavailable.  

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This shrub is deciduous, it ill lose all of its leaves in autumn, fresh new growth will appear in the spring.

Do not cut the faded flower heads back until spring. In spring, you should cut back the faded flower heads to a healthy pair of buds. Remove any misplaced or diseased stems.

Images are used for illustrative purposes only. Due to the maturity of the plant and the time of the year, plants may not arrive looking like our images.      

1.2m x 1.2m
Partial shade
Fully Hardy

Frequently Asked Questions

If you order by 2:00pm Monday - Thursday (Excluding Bank Holidays) and select 'Next Working Day Delivery' we aim to deliver your order on the Next Working Day.

If you select Standard Delivery you will receive your order in 2-5 Working Days from the day your order was placed.

95% of the plants we have in stock on our website can be planted 365 days a year providing the ground is not frozen or waterlogged at time of planting.

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We do now allow collections under any circumstances, however with our Next Working Day Delivery you can receive your order the very next day* !