Botanical: Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Ramars’
Description: A Proven Winners® ColorChoice® shrub. A small plant with strong stems and big, heavy magenta and white variegated flowers.  The blooms are long lasting and can be changed from magenta-red to blue with the addition of aluminum sulfate to the soil.  The flowers age to an attractive green with age.  This compact, mildew resistant hydrangea is ideal for containers!  Growing tips: Best in well-drained soils that have been amended with peat moss, leaf mold or compost.  Flourishes by the ocean.  Pruning is usually not needed, but may be pruned immediately after planting.  Fertilize in early spring by applying a slow release fertilizer specialized for trees and shrubs.  Follow the label for the recommended rate of application.  Flower color is affected by soil pH.  For blue flowers the soil must be more acidic and for pink flowers the soil must be more alkaline.  Apply aluminum sulfate to the soil to encourage blue flowers.  PPAF, PBRAF
Height: 1-3’
Spread: 2-4’
Uses: Compact variety does very well in both containers and landscapes.  May be used in mixed borders and perennial gardens.  If grown in a container it should be planted in the ground in the fall.
Features: Cut flower, landscape plant, long lasting flowers, mildew resistant
Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained soils.  May need winter protection in northern climates.
Pruning: Prune to shape after flowering.
Habit: Mounded