Named for the "Black Princess" of Japanese folklore, 'Kurohime' is a Mountain Hydrangea (Hydrangea serrata) cultivar of mysterious, dark beauty. This variety brings gothic elegance to the woodland garden.
| Family: | Hydrangeaceae (hy-drain-jee-AY-see-ee) |
| Genus: | Hydrangea (hy-DRAIN-juh) |
| Species: | serrata (sair-AY-tuh) |
| Cultivar: | 'Kurohime' |
'Kurohime' is a H. serrata selection noted for its exceptionally dark flower coloration—deep purple, near-black, or intense wine tones that are rare in hydrangeas. The lacecap flowers are delicate but powerfully colored. The plant grows 2-4 feet with the species' refined habit and smaller leaves.
Culture: part shade, moist well-drained acidic soil. Morning sun best. Acidic soil essential for deepest color. Prune lightly after flowering. Hardy zones 5-9. 'Kurohime' reigns as the dark princess of the mountain hydrangeas.
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