Top 15 Most Beautiful Hydrangea Flowers

Hydrangea is a popular shrub with spectacular flowers. First discovered in Japan, the name hydrangea comes from the Greek word “hydor”, which means water and “angos” (jar). The star shaped hydrangea flowers are closely packed to make a delicate lacelike ball. Its style includes mop head flowers which resembles pom-pom and lace cap flowers which are round and flat. The colours range from soft whites, blues and pinks.
Hydrangea stands for gratefulness and heartfelt feelings, while some connect hydrangea to boastfulness because of its abundance of flowers and its round shape. The blossoms of hydrangea are treasured for their boldness and delicacy. It is a fourth wedding anniversary flower.
In the language of flowers, hydrangea coveys “”Thank you for understanding”.
Most Beautiful Hydrangea Flowers
1. Hydrangea Anomola Petiolaris:
By A. Barra (Own work) [GFDL or CC-BY-3.0], via Wikimedia Commons
2. Hydrangea Arborescence Annabelle:
By Yoko Nekonomania (Flower, Hydrangea “Annabelle”) [CC-BY-2.0], via Wikimedia Commons
3. Hydrangea Arborescence Hayes Starburst:
By Wouterhagens (Own work) [GFDL or CC-BY-SA-3.0-2.5-2.0-1.0], via Wikimedia Commons
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4. Hydrangea Arborescens Radiata:
By Hectonichus (Own work) [CC-BY-SA-3.0 or GFDL], via Wikimedia Commons
5. Hydrangea Aspera Kawakamii:
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6. Hydrangea Aspera Mauvette:
This fertile flower has a lovely shade of mauve and slender stems and stalks. Its stems are reddish in colour and turn burgundy as they age. It is a dome shaped flower which stands high above the petite fuzzy leaves. It is a very elegant plant, which, combined with splendid foliage and white inflorescences, looks outstanding. The flower stays constant on all soils.
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7. Hydrangea Aspera Robusta:
Robusta is the most common and largest variety of Aspera found. The flowers are white and turn slightly pink as they age with purple centers. The foliage is comprised of large silvery green leaves which are quite rough in texture.
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8. Hydrangea Aspera Rocklin:
Rocklin is a fantastic foliage plant which is extremely popular for its contrasting colour and texture. It is an upright shrub with attractive soft leaves, which is deep green on the top and is light green underside. It has super-sized, pale pink to purple sterile flowers with vibrant purple florets.
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9. Hydrangea Macrophylla Konigstein:
Konigstein blooms are dark red to purple in color which gives this prolific five foot hydrangea an amazing appearance. It has dark green and deeply veined leaves that add an extra dimension to the landscape. Its flowering period is from July to September.
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10. Hydrangea Macrophylla Lemmonhoff:
Lemmonhoff has a strong German heritage like most of the hydrangeas. Lemmonhoff is an oversized blooming hydrangea flower which has pastel pink to rich blue blooms. It has dark green leaves which are deeply serrated.
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11. Hydrangea Macrophylla Nikko Blue:
Raul654 [GFDL or CC-BY-SA-3.0], via Wikimedia Commons
12. Hydrangea Macrophylla Taube:
By Hectonichus (Own work) [CC-BY-SA-3.0 or GFDL], via Wikimedia Commons
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13. Hydrangea Quercifolia Munchkin:
By Eric in SF (Own work) [CC-BY-SA-3.0 or GFDL], via Wikimedia Commons
14. Hydrangea Macrophylla Alpengluhen (Glowing Embers):
Glowing Embers is a crimson red, large showy hydrangea with shiny, dark green leaves. Plant them in a hedge to add a rich color and warmth to your garden. The foliage is green in colour and stands 10 inches tall.
15. Hydrangea Macrophylla ‘Forever Pink:
Forever pink is a vigorous growing dwarf plant which bears bright pink 4 inches flowers that turns red as it ages. It has rich green foliage which gives a striking contrast to its dark green leaves. It grows best in semi shade or sun.
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