Certainly one of the most striking Hydrangeas that we currently have in our collection in regard to flowers. We originally received this from Japan as æBeni NishikiÆ which translates literally as 'Red Variegated.' Though the variegation was unstable and quickly disappeared, the deep red lacecap flowers are amongst the most intensely saturated of any Hydrangea cultivar we have observed. Ultimately to 4 ft., in partial shade or full sun in humus-rich, acidic soil.
(Translation: Red edged.) Deep green serrate foliage and delightful reddish pink lacecap flowers darkening to red with a blue rinse as they age, turning 180 degrees in the process. Compact to 5 ft., among the most beautiful of the many Hydrangeas we cultivate in our woodland, and certainly the favorite of visitors to the garden.
Round about autumn, this beauty, known as æRed WindÆ in Japan, rivals our favorite H. æAureolaÆ for above-and-beyond allure. Fall is when the ribbony strap leaves turn a striking red, boldly juxtaposing with combining with the remaining chartreuse green leaves. It deftly punctuates a shady border or sleekly masses alongside a pond, reflecting the autumn tint of the trees overhead.