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Dark-Leaf Hydrangea
Tuxedo® Red Hydrangea
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Jon04' · PP30,453
Tuxedo® Red pairs big red mophead blooms with dramatic dark, purple-black foliage for bold contrast. Sturdy stems keep this compact hydrangea tidy in pots, borders and foundation plantings. Tip: adding garden lime to acidic soil helps keep the flowers their reddest.
Key features
- Dark purple-black foliage
- Bold red mophead blooms
- Compact, rounded habit
- Sturdy, non-flopping stems
Great for
Plant guides
Find Tuxedo® Red Hydrangea in the garden center at Lowe's, The Home Depot and independent nurseries.
Tuxedo® Red Hydrangea questions
How big does Tuxedo Red Hydrangea get?
Tuxedo® Red Hydrangea grows 3 ft tall and 3 ft wide at maturity.
What zone is Tuxedo Red Hydrangea hardy in?
Tuxedo® Red Hydrangea is hardy in USDA zones 5-10. Light: part sun to part shade (morning sun).
When does Tuxedo Red Hydrangea bloom?
Bloom: Big red mopheads, early summer through summer.
When should I prune Tuxedo Red Hydrangea?
Tuxedo® Red Hydrangea blooms on buds that form the year before (old wood). Prune only right after it flowers, and only to remove spent blooms and dead stems. Cutting it back in fall or early spring removes next summer's flowers.
Why isn't my Tuxedo Red Hydrangea blooming?
The usual causes are pruning at the wrong time, a late spring frost that killed the flower buds, too much shade, or too much nitrogen fertilizer. Give it morning sun, cover it during late frosts, and prune only after it blooms.
Where can I buy Tuxedo Red Hydrangea?
Look for Tuxedo® Red Hydrangea in the white Gartenmeister® pot at Lowe's, The Home Depot and independent garden centers. Selection varies by region and season. Can't find it? Ask us where to buy.
