Hydrangea Black Diamonds Red Angel Purple 2 Litre Pot

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Black Diamonds Red Angel Purple' – Striking Foliage and Bold, Regal Blooms

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Black Diamonds Red Angel Purple' is a captivating deciduous shrub, combining deep burgundy-black foliage with vivid purple-red mophead flowers. Compact and dramatic, it brings rich colour and strong contrast to beds, borders, and patio containers all summer long.

Seasonal Highlights

• Spring: Dark, glossy foliage emerges early, setting a bold backdrop for the season ahead.

• Summer: Large mophead flowers in intense purple-red burst into bloom, offering months of vibrant colour.

• Autumn: Flowers age gracefully to deeper hues as the dark foliage continues to impress.

• Winter: Loses its leaves in winter, ready to burst back to life in spring.

Key Features

• Intense purple-red blooms – Eye-catching flower heads that glow against the dark foliage.

• Rich burgundy-black leaves – Stunning foliage from spring to autumn adds depth and drama.

• Compact habit – Perfect for pots, patios, and smaller spaces.

• Repeat flowering – Produces blooms throughout the summer with proper care.

• Low maintenance – Easy to grow and reliable in most UK gardens.

Perfect For

• Patio pots and containers – Its compact form and vibrant colours make it a showstopper on terraces.

• Borders and mixed planting – Creates contrast and colour alongside other shrubs and perennials.

• Small gardens – Ideal for limited spaces needing big impact.

• Shaded or semi-shaded areas – Thrives where other flowering shrubs might struggle.

Growing Tips

• Sun/Position: Best in partial shade, though it will tolerate full sun in cooler areas.

• Soil: Moist but well-drained soil. Colour intensity may vary with soil pH (stronger purples in neutral to alkaline conditions).

• Hardiness: Fully hardy across most of the UK.

• Care: Remove spent flowers in spring and prune lightly to shape. Water well in dry weather and mulch annually.

Looks Great With

• Heuchera and dark-leaved plants – Echoes the dramatic tones in the foliage.

• Hostas and Astilbes – Brings a lush contrast of texture and form.

• Spring bulbs – Underplant with bulbs for a layered seasonal display.

• Other compact hydrangeas – Create a varied hydrangea border with multiple colours and forms.

Hydrangea 'Black Diamonds Red Angel Purple' is a bold, elegant addition to any garden, offering striking contrast and vivid blooms through the summer months. Its compact shape and low maintenance needs make it a standout choice for gardeners of all levels.

Hydrangea Black Diamonds Red Angel Purple 2 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Slow Growing Pink Deciduous

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.