{"product_id":"hydrangea-macrophylla-magical-ruby-red-ruby-red-hydrangea","title":"Hydrangea macrophylla 'Magical Ruby Red' - Ruby Red Hydrangea","description":"\u003cp\u003eHydrangea macrophylla 'Magical Ruby Red' is one of the reddest hydrangeas available. Its mophead flowers open a rich ruby red from late spring, repeat through summer, and slowly deepen to wine red with flecks of green as they age. Dark green leaves make the colour stronger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is compact, reaching about 1 to 1.2 metres tall and 1.2 metres wide, so it fits borders, small gardens and pots. It loses its leaves in winter and reshoots in spring. The aged flowers hold on the plant and dry well for arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it morning sun and afternoon shade in rich, moist soil that drains well. The red is strongest in neutral to slightly alkaline soil. In acidic soil the flowers can shift towards purple. Use it as a feature in a cottage or modern garden, in groups along a shaded border, or in a glazed pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:44px 0 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;letter-spacing:1.5px;margin:0 0 8px;padding-top:32px;border-top:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.25);text-transform:uppercase;color:currentColor;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 24px;color:currentColor;opacity:0.65;font-size:14px;font-style:italic;\"\u003eAbout Ruby Red Hydrangea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.25);padding:18px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:500;cursor:pointer;line-height:1.4;padding-right:12px;font-size:16px;color:currentColor;\"\u003eHow big does 'Magical Ruby Red' grow?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:currentColor;opacity:0.85;\"\u003eAbout 1 to 1.2 metres tall and 1.2 metres wide, with a compact, rounded habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.25);padding:18px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:500;cursor:pointer;line-height:1.4;padding-right:12px;font-size:16px;color:currentColor;\"\u003eWhen does it flower?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:currentColor;opacity:0.85;\"\u003eFrom late spring and repeatedly through summer. Flowers open ruby red and age to wine red with green flecks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.25);padding:18px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:500;cursor:pointer;line-height:1.4;padding-right:12px;font-size:16px;color:currentColor;\"\u003eHow do I keep the flowers red?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:currentColor;opacity:0.85;\"\u003ePlant in neutral to slightly alkaline soil. In acidic soil the flowers can turn purple. A light dressing of garden lime in winter helps hold the red.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.25);padding:18px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:500;cursor:pointer;line-height:1.4;padding-right:12px;font-size:16px;color:currentColor;\"\u003eHow much sun does it need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:currentColor;opacity:0.85;\"\u003eMorning sun and afternoon shade is ideal. Hot afternoon sun scorches the leaves, and deep shade reduces flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.25);padding:18px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:500;cursor:pointer;line-height:1.4;padding-right:12px;font-size:16px;color:currentColor;\"\u003eWhen and how do I prune it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:currentColor;opacity:0.85;\"\u003eLightly in late winter. Cut flowered stems back to the first pair of fat buds and remove dead wood. Removing spent flowers in summer encourages more blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.25);padding:18px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:500;cursor:pointer;line-height:1.4;padding-right:12px;font-size:16px;color:currentColor;\"\u003eCan I grow it in a pot?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:currentColor;opacity:0.85;\"\u003eYes. Its compact size suits pots. Use a pot at least 40 centimetres wide and quality potting mix, and water often in summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.25);padding:18px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:500;cursor:pointer;line-height:1.4;padding-right:12px;font-size:16px;color:currentColor;\"\u003eIs it frost tolerant?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:currentColor;opacity:0.85;\"\u003eYes. It handles light to moderate frost. Late spring frost can damage new shoots, so give it a sheltered spot in cold districts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Evergreen Trees Direct","offers":[{"title":"30cm","offer_id":68061901258951,"sku":"HYDMACMAGRUBRED30","price":170.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.evergreentrees.com.au\/products\/hydrangea-macrophylla-magical-ruby-red-ruby-red-hydrangea","provider":"Evergreen Trees Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}