The Nikko Blue Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla 'Nikko Blue') is a classic flowering shrub admired for its large, globe-like clusters of vivid blue blooms. A timeless favorite in cottage gardens and landscapes, it delivers striking color from late spring through summer and responds to soil pH, allowing for blue or pink variations.

You will receive one live plant, approximately 12–18” tall, in a 2.5-inch pot — healthy and ready to plant in your garden or container. This hydrangea is perfect for USDA Zones 5–9 and thrives in full to partial sun.

💙 Showy Blue Blooms: Large mophead flowers in vibrant blue; can shift with soil pH.

🌿 Compact Growth: Excellent for borders, foundations, or decorative pots.

🌞 Sun & Shade Tolerant: Performs well in full sun to partial sun.

💧 Reliable Bloomer: Long bloom period with consistent care.

📦 Ready to Grow: Ships healthy and well-rooted in a 2.5” pot, approx. 12–18” tall.

🌱 Dormant Shipping: May arrive leafless in dormant months — this is completely normal.

Light: Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Soil: Best in well-draining sandy or loamy soil.

Watering: Moderate watering; keep soil moist but not soggy.

Feeding: Fertilize in early spring and mid-summer for best blooms.

Pruning: Prune after flowering if needed; blooms on old wood.

Growth Habit: Compact, rounded shrub typically growing 4–6 feet tall and wide.

📦 Shipping: Ships as a live plant in a 2.5” pot, approx. 12–18” tall.

📅 Alaska Orders: Ships bareroot from October through May.

🚫 No shipping to Puerto Rico, Hawaii due to agricultural regulations.

As a deciduous plant, your Nikko Blue Hydrangea may arrive without leaves during dormancy. This is expected and the plant will leaf out again with the arrival of warmer weather. We do not use heat packs — these hardy plants are safe to ship in winter.

Images are for reference only. Each plant is a unique, living specimen and may vary slightly in size and shape. We ship only the healthiest plants available.

Thank you for trusting and supporting our store! If your plant arrives with any concerns, please contact us within 7 days of delivery and include clear photos of the plant and packaging so we can assist you promptly.

Add classic elegance and brilliant blue color to your garden with the Nikko Blue Hydrangea — a timeless favorite that never goes out of style.