Hydrangea Macchiato™ Velvet Hydrangea

Hydrangea Macchiato™ Velvet Hydrangea introduces a rich foliage texture alongside the familiar appeal of summer hydrangea flowers. Large, velvety leaves in deep purple give the shrub an almost tropical presence. Its midsummer lacecaps combine pink sterile florets and purple blue fertile florets, creating a layered floral display that complements the distinctive leaves of this deciduous selection. This selection is part of the Proven Winners® ColorChoice® Shrubs collection.

Consider it for a border, foundation planting, naturalized area, or low hedge. Its mature dimensions can reach 6 feet tall and 8 feet wide, so allow space for the foliage as well as the flowers when planning the arrangement. The substantial leaves give this hydrangea a role beyond its bloom period, with foliage interest continuing into fall.

Choose full sun to part sun and most well drained soils in USDA Zones 6b through 9. Prune after flowering to follow the recommended seasonal timing. Heat tolerance is a verified feature, and plants survived long periods of single digit temperatures during West Michigan trials. That observation adds context to its listed hardiness without changing the recommended zone range. The combination of velvety purple leaves and multicolored lacecaps makes this a distinctive choice for a foliage conscious planting.