Hydrangea macrophylla 'Red Sensation' ~ Red Sensation Hydrangea host-plant Hens and Chicks

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COMPANION PLANTS:  Japanese Forest Grass

Coating masses of soft yellow early spring flowers bloom on lightly arching branches before its leaves are out

Canker and root rot may occur in poorly-drained soils

Berberis thunbergii 'Aurea'

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Red Sensation' ~ Red Sensation Hydrangea host-plant Hens and ChicksRed Sensation Hydrangea is a compact reblooming deciduous shrub with a dense bushy habit and serrated dark green leaves that have no fall color. The buds open green before swelling with a color depending on the soil PH a vibrant red in acidic soils, while alkaline soils produce deep blue flowers and then earn purple tones as they fade. The first bloom is in late spring, and if deadheaded will produce another wave in late summer into fall. The flowers