Hydrangea – Tuxedo

Dark-leafed Tuxedo® Hydrangeas offer a bold and sophisticated twist on a classic garden favourite, combining dramatic foliage with lush, vibrant blooms. Initially available in two beautiful colour forms, Tuxedo Hydrangea Red and Tuxedo Hydrangea Pink, these standout hydrangeas are prized for their deeper, darker leaves, which provide striking contrast and elevate the overall visual impact in any garden setting.

Now introducing Tuxedo® BLACK TIE, the newest and most dramatic addition to the collection (see picture opposite). This exceptional variety takes foliage colour to the next level, boasting near-black leaves that maintain their intensity throughout the entire growing season. Its bold, architectural presence makes it ideal for gardeners and landscape designers seeking a strong visual statement. Hydrangea Tuxedo Black Tie pairs its striking foliage with rich red blooms, creating a luxurious contrast that draws the eye. The plant features strong, upright stems that support the large flower heads with ease, ensuring a tidy and structured appearance in the garden. Its reliable performance and low-maintenance nature make it suitable for a wide range of garden styles, from contemporary landscapes to more traditional settings.

In or out of bloom, Tuxedo hydrangeas provide year-round appeal. Their dramatic foliage ensures they remain a focal point even when not flowering, while their abundant blooms bring seasonal bursts of colour and vibrancy. Perfect for mass planting, feature displays, or even as a statement in large pots, they offer versatility alongside their undeniable style.

With their unique combination of dark foliage, vibrant flowers, and dependable growth habit, Tuxedo® Hydrangeas bring a sense of elegance, drama, and modern sophistication to any outdoor space. Whether you’re refreshing an existing garden or designing a new landscape, these hydrangeas are sure to leave a lasting impression.

FLOWERS & FOLIAGE

Hydrangea Tuxedo has a lovely dark purple/black flushed foliage especially in the cooler climates. The flowers appear in early spring, covering most of the plant which is itself mounded and compact. Adding a cupful of garden Lime around the plant each year if your soil is acidic (low pH under 6) - will increase the redness in the flower.

PLANTING TIPS

In the home treat Hydrangea Tuxedo like a house plant, watering it every second day. When finished flowering you can move it outdoors . Keep it in the same pot, plant it into another or pop it into the garden. Outside they prefer a semi to full shaded position and if possible, a rich crumbly soil.

WAYS TO USE THEM

A plant this striking and showy is perfect for making a statement: line them up along the edge of the patio to dress a space for a celebration; nest them into mixed container plantings for impact; or simply slip into a decorative pot and place Hydrangea Tuxedo indoors where it can be admired like cut flowers.

SHAPE & SIZE

These hydrangeas are nothing like the leggy, sticky hydrangeas our grandmothers had in their gardens. Instead they’ll keep their dense compact growth habit, and once established, Tuxedo hydrangeas will grow to just under a metre high and wide.

FOOD & WATER

It’s good to remember that hydrangeas need regular watering, but once established, a little does go a long way. As for food, it’s all about feeding these plants via the soil. An alkaline (pH 7.0) crumbly textured, free-draining soil that’s rich in organic matter will make your plants very happy.

PESTS & DISEASE

These plants may be lovely but they aren’t delicate. They’re rarely affected by pests or diseases. Keep in mind that like many plants, they don’t thrive in waterlogged soils.

Tuxedo Hydrangea Red

Tuxedo Hydrangea Pink

Tuxedo Hydrangea Purple

Tuxedo Hydrangea Black Tie

Landscaper tips

Tuxedo hydrangeas are useful where a month or more of high quality colour show is needed in high traffic areas like shopping precincts and building foyers
Mix them in with other plants in planters at entrances or in window boxes to create a long lasting spring-time splash of colour
Out in the garden, Hydrangea Tuxedo works well to dress up dreary areas under shade trees. Keep out of afternoon sun
Compared to normal green leafed hydrangea, Tuxedo hydrangeas add great contrast and colour to any landscape

Why Hydrangea flowers can change colour: (here is a quick guide… for more detail checkout soil pH and changing the colour of your hydrangeas on the web)

Alkaline soils – pH of 7.0 and above – are conducive for pink to red Hydrangea blooms

Acidic soils – pH of 6.0 and under – provide blue flowering hydrangeas

In the Garden, if your RED hydrangeas are turning purple you need to increase your pH by adding 1/2 cup of Garden Lime per plant every 2 months to keep the flowers red

If your BLUE hydrangeas are turning mauve, you need to lower your pH by adding Aluminium Sulphate powder 1 tablespoon in a bucket of water and soak into the soil around each plant in early spring and again 4 and 8 weeks later (Your soil needs a pH of below 6.0)

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