We produce millions of half-grown hortensias

Situated in the Pays de la Loire, Hortensia France is the largest producer of half-grown hortensias in France. Our product supplies growers all over Europe.

Our specialisations

Specialisation in 1 potsize

At Hortensia France we produce hortensia’s exclusively in a 14cm pot to maximize efficiency and offer the best value to our customers.

High quality cold storage facilities

Hortensia France has over 34.000 cubic meters of cooling facilities to overwinter the entire production – a key element to produce a high quality product.

Specially designed machinery

To ensure the best quality we work with machinery that is specifically designed for the production of hortensias.

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How we measure

EC and pH are measured once a week; these figures are used to decide the type and amount of fertiliser to be applied. Scouting for insects is carried out on a weekly basis to assist us in the pest control.

Flowering buds are analysed from the end of August onwards to determine the moment when the plants must be moved into the temperature controlled cold-stores. These production protocols are based on many years of Hydrangea growing experience and the Hydrangea crop is continuously monitored by tracing and tracking.

Our partners

Through its intensive and historical collaborations with the Institute for Research and Seeds (IRHS), Hortensia France works closely together with the main players in greater Angers area concerning plant biology (INRAEAgro Campus, and the university of Angers). Hortensia France is also a member of the Végépolys Vallée which certifies its collaborative research projects. The company’s Research & Development projects are partly subsidized by the Pays de la Loire Region and the European Union. All in all, Hortensia France is doing everything to develop its knowledge of the biology and cultivation methods of hydrangea’s.

Environment

The protection of our employees and the environment is a major concern for us. Since 2008, we have been a certified member of MPS, an international environmental standard for horticultural production, and currently enjoy a level ‘A’ status. To go further, we are also committed to an eco-design approach to carry out the analysis of the production life cycle of our hydrangea’s. This project is led by CNPH-Piverdière with the support of O2m Lab, a research and innovation office in CSR impacts.

 

Our varieties

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Working at Hortensia France

We are always looking for new colleagues to help us produce the best hortensia’s. Are you interested in seasonal or permanent work? Don’t hesitate and apply directly online, or call +33 2 41 69 51 10.

If you want to apply online, please click on the button below and leave your personal information together with a copy of your ID card, insurance card, bank card (RIB), and if possible your CV. After you completed the online form you’ll receive an email confirmation with more information.

Our product range

The fundamental basis for good hydrangea varieties is a sum of several factors.

Experience is one such factor, but there is more. These include:

  • An extensive gene database full of plants with every conceivable characteristic.
  • Thorough knowledge of the material and accurate records.
  • Regular feedback from vendors, so knowledge of market needs.
  • Continuous testing of clones and conducting field trials.
  • Strict selection criteria: no brake dust on seedlings, no branch support, good branching, leaf size and colour, flowering characteristics (shape, colour and fullness), shelf life and susceptibility to powdery mildew.

This results in the assortment below.

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Nunki

Hydrangea macrophylla Stars
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Nunki
Hydrangea macrophylla Stars
flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
excellent
Flower firmness
strong
Flower type
mophead
WEEK
Shelf life
mophead
Branching
good
Size
medium
Cultivation time
8 wks
Re-blooming
2
Advised finished pot sizes
14cm or bigger
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Midnight Pearl

Hydrangea macrophylla Stars
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Midnight Pearl
Hydrangea macrophylla Stars

This picotee variety with red edge contains such dark green leaves that they are almost black. The unusual flowers stand out beautifully. Truly a promising find from the 2023 breeding.

flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
strong
Flower firmness
strong
Flower type
mophead
WEEK
Shelf life
mophead
Branching
average
Size
compact
Cultivation time
9-11 wks
Re-blooming
3
Advised finished pot sizes
3 liter or bigger
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Rana

Hydrangea macrophylla Stars
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Rana
Hydrangea macrophylla Stars

In 2023, HOKO breeding launched hydrangea macrophylla Rana. This deep red variety has beautifully strong flowers in a striking colour. Branching is good and the stems are sturdy. A breeding product we expect a lot from.

flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
strong
Flower firmness
strong
Flower type
mophead
WEEK
Shelf life
mophead
Branching
good
Size
big
Cultivation time
9-11 wks
Re-blooming
4
Advised finished pot sizes
14cm or bigger
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Forever & Ever

Hydrangea macrophylla Forever & Ever
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Forever & Ever
Hydrangea macrophylla Forever & Ever

The pink and blue HOKO varieties are sold under the label Forever & Ever. The genetics of HOKO breeding have been discovered by the breeders of this variety to be stable, uniform and flowering, as well as containing the continuous-flowering traits that make the brand known to consumers across Europe.

flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
strong
Flower firmness
strong
Flower type
mophead
WEEK
Shelf life
mophead
Branching
good
Size
medium
Cultivation time
8-10 wks
Re-blooming
1
Advised finished pot sizes
3,5 liter or bigger
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White waves

Hydrangea macrophylla Surfing Safari
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White waves
Hydrangea macrophylla Surfing Safari

The wavy petals are a reflection of the sea's foam heads. Bright white, strong flower and deep dark green leaves: that's white waves!

flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
strong
Flower firmness
strong
Flower type
mophead
WEEK
Shelf life
mophead
Branching
average
Size
medium
Cultivation time
8-10 wks
Re-blooming
3
Advised finished pot sizes
3,5 liter or bigger
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Sunset

Hydrangea Macrophylla Surfing Safari
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Sunset
Hydrangea Macrophylla Surfing Safari

The colour change in the wavy petals take you back to sunsets during holidays. A strong hydrangea with striking flowers and beautiful deep dark green leaves.

flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
strong
Flower firmness
strong
Flower type
mophead
WEEK
Shelf life
mophead
Branching
good
Size
medium
Cultivation time
9-11 wks
Re-blooming
3
Advised finished pot sizes
3,5 liter or bigger
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Bayview

Hydrangea macrophylla Surfing Safari
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Bayview
Hydrangea macrophylla Surfing Safari

The wavy petals with the hint of green of the Bayview never get boring. And that's just as well because this hydrangea is strong, changes colour and has beautiful green leaves.

flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
strong
Flower firmness
strong
Flower type
mophead
WEEK
Shelf life
mophead
Branching
average
Size
medium
Cultivation time
9-11 wks
Re-blooming
3
Advised finished pot sizes
3,5 liter or bigger
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Seaside

Hydrangea macrophylla Surfing Safari
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Seaside
Hydrangea macrophylla Surfing Safari

Soft and bright pink with wavy petals. An eye-catcher for your garden with the special gift that Seaside takes your mind with ease to those perfect balmy summer evenings.

flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
strong
Flower firmness
strong
Flower type
mophead
WEEK
Shelf life
mophead
Branching
good
Size
medium
Cultivation time
9-11 wks
Re-blooming
3
Advised finished pot sizes
3,5 liter or bigger
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Magical Revolution

Hydrangea macrophylla Magical
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Magical Revolution
Hydrangea macrophylla Magical
Award-winning in shelf-life tests

A low, compact hydrangea with pink or blue bulbs full of tiny flowers on sturdy branches, which turn to beautiful deep red within a few months.

flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
strong
Flower firmness
strong
Flower type
mophead
WEEK
Shelf life
mophead
Branching
good
Size
compact
Cultivation time
10-12 wks
Re-blooming
4
Advised finished pot sizes
10,5cm or bigger
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Opal

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Opal
flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
strong
Flower firmness
strong
Flower type
mophead
WEEK
Shelf life
mophead
Branching
less
Size
big
Cultivation time
10-12 wks
Re-blooming
4
Advised finished pot sizes
3,5 liter or bigger
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Magical Noblesse

Hydrangea macrophylla Magical
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Magical Noblesse
Hydrangea macrophylla Magical
Sea of flowers with colour changing heart

The Magical Noblesse is a robust garden hydrangea with white flowers that have a green edge. The plant flowers until it starts to freeze, and the flowers change colour from the heart to the edges.

flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
average
Flower firmness
average
Flower type
mophead
WEEK
Shelf life
mophead
Branching
average
Size
big
Cultivation time
9-11 wks
Re-blooming
2
Advised finished pot sizes
3,5 liter or bigger
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Magical Jewel

Hydrangea macrophylla Magical
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Magical Jewel
Hydrangea macrophylla Magical
Enjoy this sturdy compact garden hydrangea for a long time

Power and beauty go hand in hand with the Magical Jewel. This strong and compact plant can grow up to a metre high and adds a touch of surprise to the terrace with pink or blue flowers that change into a deep red colour.

flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
strong
Flower firmness
strong
Flower type
mophead
WEEK
Shelf life
mophead
Branching
good
Size
medium
Cultivation time
9-11 wks
Re-blooming
2
Advised finished pot sizes
3,5 liter or bigger
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Magical Greenfire

Hydrangea Macrophylla Magical
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Magical Greenfire
Hydrangea Macrophylla Magical
Extremely robust and eye-catching for the garden and terrace

Garden hydrangea Magical Greenfire has a flame-shaped design on the petals in fiery red and green. The colours become warmer, until they become autumnal green.

flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
strong
Flower firmness
strong
Flower type
mophead
WEEK
Shelf life
mophead
Branching
average
Size
big
Cultivation time
9-11 wks
Re-blooming
3
Advised finished pot sizes
3,5 liter or bigger
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Magical Evolution

Hydrangea macrophylla Magical
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Magical Evolution
Hydrangea macrophylla Magical
The power of nature

Magical Evolution is distinguished from Revolution by its more even, intensely coloured flowers. Its 150-day flowering guarantee has been proven more than once, making this primal hydrangea very special.

flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
strong
Flower firmness
strong
Flower type
mophead
WEEK
Shelf life
mophead
Branching
good
Size
medium
Cultivation time
9-11 wks
Re-blooming
3
Advised finished pot sizes
14cm or bigger
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Magical Coral

Hydrangea macrophylla Magical
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Magical Coral
Hydrangea macrophylla Magical
As powerful and irresistible as the gemstone

As powerful and irrestibile as the gemstone. The Magical Coral is named after coral, the gem that helps open your hear. This garden hydrangea flowers beautifully until the frost and surprises with an ever-changing colour palette.

flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
strong
Flower firmness
strong
Flower type
mophead
WEEK
Shelf life
mophead
Branching
less
Size
big
Cultivation time
11-13 wks
Re-blooming
3
Advised finished pot sizes
3,5 liter or bigger
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Magical Amethyst

Hydrangea macrophylla Magical
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Magical Amethyst
Hydrangea macrophylla Magical
As powerful and colourful as the mineral

Power and beauty go hand in hand with the Magical Amethyst. This strong plant can grow up to a metre/1.20 high and adds a touch of surprise to the terrace with pink, red, blue or purple flowers that change into a deep red colour.

flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
strong
Flower firmness
strong
Flower type
mophead
WEEK
Shelf life
mophead
Branching
less
Size
big
Cultivation time
11-13 wks
Re-blooming
4
Advised finished pot sizes
3,5 liter or bigger
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Xian

Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
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Xian
Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
Firm and long-lasting

The flowery Xian is a sturdy and compact hydrangea with lots of heads, bearing lots of flowers. These flowers are slightly smaller and firm. The plant is available with lilac and hard pink flowers and grows well in different climate zones.

This garden hydrangea is suitable for medium and large pot sizes.

flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
strong
Flower firmness
strong
Flower type
mophead
WEEK
Shelf life
mophead
Branching
less
Size
big
Cultivation time
10-12 wks
Re-blooming
3
Advised finished pot sizes
3 liter or bigger
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Wudu

Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
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Wudu
Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
Award-winning in shelf-life tests. Firm plant structure and many flowers.

Popular with growers worldwide, Hydrangea macrophylla 'Wudu' is known for its sturdy plant structure and many flowers. The stems carry the large white-green bulbs with ease until the end of their flowering period, several months later. The flower starts in light green colour and continues to turn bright white during flowering.

flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
average
Flower firmness
average
Flower type
mophead
WEEK
Shelf life
mophead
Branching
good
Size
medium
Cultivation time
9-11 wks
Re-blooming
1
Advised finished pot sizes
10cm or bigger
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Wuhan

Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
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Wuhan
Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original

The blued variety of the Wuhan is a beautiful purple eye-catcher. The flower starts in bright green and the petals turn purple from outside to inside. The strong flowers can be enjoyed for months in the garden.

flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
average
Flower firmness
strong
Flower type
mophead
WEEK
Shelf life
mophead
Branching
average
Size
medium
Cultivation time
8-10 wks
Re-blooming
4
Advised finished pot sizes
14cm or bigger
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Ningbo

Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
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Ningbo
Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
Compact with many small flowers

Fuchsia pink, almost red bulbs on deep dark green foliage. The Ningbo is special for its intense colouring in red, and deep purple in the blueed variety. The small flowers colour from bright green, giving the plant a fresh appearance. The plant is bushy and compact in growth, making it suitable for a wide range of pot sizes.

flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
average
Flower firmness
strong
Flower type
mophead
WEEK
Shelf life
mophead
Branching
good
Size
compact
Cultivation time
9-11 wks
Re-blooming
2
Advised finished pot sizes
10cm or bigger
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Nanping

Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
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Nanping
Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
Large flower palette with colour gradient from white to pink

The large flower palette of this lacecap hydrangea full of lilac or pink flowers from Nanping unfold only too happily to show the world their beauty. The heart of the flower starts white and turns more and more lilac or pink as it blooms. This beautiful garden hydrangea is suitable for large pot sizes.

flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
strong
Flower firmness
average
Flower type
lacecap
WEEK
Shelf life
lacecap
Branching
good
Size
big
Cultivation time
8-10 wks
Re-blooming
1
Advised finished pot sizes
3 liter or bigger
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My Sisters Garden

Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
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My Sisters Garden
Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
Playful romance

The bicoloured My Sisters Garden variety is recognisable by its bright green/white that flares to intense pink. The petals form into small dots giving the plant a playful appearance. The plant has a bushy habit and is suitable for both indoor and garden use.

flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
strong
Flower firmness
strong
Flower type
mophead
WEEK
Shelf life
mophead
Branching
good
Size
medium
Cultivation time
8-10 wks
Re-blooming
4
Advised finished pot sizes
14cm or bigger
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Beijing

Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
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Beijing
Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
Garden lacecap with a lovely look

With its soft colour and open flower shape, Beijing is a garden plant with a lovely look. Its petals are somewhat narrower, so that when the first flower unfolds, it looks like a butterfly spreading its wings. Beijing has dark green leaves.

flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
strong
Flower firmness
strong
Flower type
lacecap
WEEK
Shelf life
lacecap
Branching
good
Size
big
Cultivation time
9-11 wks
Re-blooming
3
Advised finished pot sizes
3 liter or bigger
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Jixi

Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
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Jixi
Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
Playful appearance

This lacecap variety has dark red slightly folded flowers that unfold in from the outside inwards. The colour is intense and combined with the green flowers this gives this hydrangea a playful appearance. This garden hydrangea is suitable for medium to large pot sizes.

flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
strong
Flower firmness
strong
Flower type
lacecap
WEEK
Shelf life
lacecap
Branching
average
Size
big
Cultivation time
9-11 wks
Re-blooming
3
Advised finished pot sizes
3 liter or bigger
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Koria

Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
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Koria
Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
Award-winning lacecap with a blue heart

Koria's flower shape is so striking that this variety has won many awards. The bright white flat umbel-shaped flowers are characterised by a jagged edge. The blue buds in the centre make it a special plant in many a garden. During flowering, the flower remains white and changes colour to green with a lilac shine.

flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
strong
Flower firmness
strong
Flower type
lacecap
WEEK
Shelf life
lacecap
Branching
average
Size
big
Cultivation time
8-10 wks
Re-blooming
2
Advised finished pot sizes
3 liter or bigger
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Guilin

Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
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Guilin
Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
Strong purple-pink flowerer

This strong garden hydrangea with sturdy flower is a rewarding hydrangea during both the cultivation phase and the consumer garden phase.

flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
strong
Flower firmness
strong
Flower type
mophead
WEEK
Shelf life
mophead
Branching
average
Size
medium
Cultivation time
8-10 wks
Re-blooming
4
Advised finished pot sizes
14cm or bigger
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Datong

Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
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Datong
Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
Soft pink floral beauty

This romantic soft pink hydrangea is ideal for cultivations from 14 cm. The bulbs are full of flowers that turn from greenish to soft pink. The sturdy stems ensure high-quality plants.

flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
average
Flower firmness
average
Flower type
mophead
WEEK
Shelf life
mophead
Branching
average
Size
medium
Cultivation time
8-10 wks
Re-blooming
4
Advised finished pot sizes
14cm or bigger
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Charming Alice

Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
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Charming Alice
Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
English romance with red-coloured edge

The unique, abundant flowers of this garden hydrangea appear to be pure seducers. A beautifully 'drawn' line along the outer edge of the petals gives this garden plant a romantic look. With its long shelf life as an additional USP.

flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
strong
Flower firmness
soft
Flower type
mophead
WEEK
Shelf life
mophead
Branching
average
Size
big
Cultivation time
8-10 wks
Re-blooming
4
Advised finished pot sizes
3 liter or bigger
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Bride

Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
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Bride
Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
Beautiful bridal white flowers

Bride gets her name from her beautiful bridal white flowers which are present in large numbers on the plant. Bride is a garden hydrangea.

flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
strong
Flower firmness
average
Flower type
mophead
WEEK
Shelf life
mophead
Branching
good
Size
medium
Cultivation time
8-10 wks
Re-blooming
2
Advised finished pot sizes
14cm or bigger
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Ankong Character

Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
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Ankong Character
Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
The variegated leaf makes this a unique crop

Ankong's unique variegated sister is called Ankong Character. Character is just as vigorous, but much less classic. In fact, this hydrangea is variegated, making it an eye-catcher anyway. The flower is pale pink. The most exciting spectacle is in the leaves. It is dark green with a cream edge. Unique! Ankong Character is more sensitive during cultivation. Suitable as indoor hydrangea.

flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
strong
Flower firmness
soft
Flower type
mophead
WEEK
Shelf life
mophead
Branching
average
Size
medium
Cultivation time
9-11 wks
Re-blooming
3
Advised finished pot sizes
14cm or bigger
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Ankong

Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
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Ankong
Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
High resistance against diseases

A strong plant with classic Hydrangea macrophylla appearance. With its pastel colours and dark green leaves, Ankong has earned a place in the hearts of many a hydrangea growers. Not without reason, a cultivation with the extremely strong Ankong is always successful. This makes Ankong an ideal product to start growing hydrangeas. Did you know that Ankong has a very high resistance to diseases?

flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
average
Flower firmness
soft
Flower type
mophead
WEEK
Shelf life
mophead
Branching
good
Size
big
Cultivation time
9-11 wks
Re-blooming
3
Advised finished pot sizes
3 liter or bigger
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Anda

Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
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Anda
Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
Uniform flowering, large number of plants per m2.

The intense colours and large flowers combined with dark green foliage make Anda a striking hydrangea. The structure of the plant is moderately compact and the bulbs of the flowers are uniform in colour and size during flowering. The plant grows in a V-shape, allowing efficient arrangement of growing space in the later cultivation phase.

flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
strong
Flower firmness
strong
Flower type
mophead
WEEK
Shelf life
mophead
Branching
average
Size
medium
Cultivation time
9-11 wks
Re-blooming
3
Advised finished pot sizes
14cm or bigger
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