Cherry Explosion Bigleaf Hydrangea 1 Live Flowering Shrub, 2 Gallon – Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Cherry Explosion’

Cherry Explosion Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Cherry Explosion’) is a distinctive deciduous flowering shrub known for its vivid cherry-red lacecap flowers and attractive seasonal foliage. Its blossoms feature an outer ring of rich cherry-red florets surrounding numerous small, star-shaped, light pink flowers. This striking two-tone floral arrangement creates a delicate, layered appearance that stands out in ornamental gardens.

Originally introduced by McKay Nursery, Cherry Explosion Hydrangea develops a rounded, bushy growth habit with flowers distributed across the plant. Its abundant summer blooms contrast beautifully with lush green foliage, which develops burgundy tones in autumn. This ornamental shrub is suitable for foundation plantings, cottage gardens, mixed shrub borders, woodland garden edges, and large outdoor containers. It prefers partial shade, fertile, well-drained soil, and consistent moisture.

Each order includes 1 live Cherry Explosion Bigleaf Hydrangea shrub supplied in a 2-gallon nursery container. The plant is rooted and container-grown. Flowering and foliage appearance vary naturally with the season, climate, and growing conditions. As a deciduous shrub, it may arrive dormant, leafless, recently pruned, or without flowers.

Shipping Size:

• Quantity: 1 Live Hydrangea Shrub

• Container Size: 2 Gallon Nursery Pot (G2)

• Plant Form: Rooted, Container-Grown Deciduous Flowering Shrub

• Flower Color: Cherry Red with Light Pink Centers

• Seasonal Appearance: May Arrive Dormant, Leafless, Recently Pruned, or Without Flowers

Plant Condition Disclosure:

Live plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.

Natural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.

Important Note:

You will receive a live starter plant (seedling/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.

• Quantity: 1 Live Flowering Hydrangea Shrub

• Container Size: 2 Gallon Nursery Pot (G2)

• Common Name: Cherry Explosion Bigleaf Hydrangea

• Scientific Name: Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Cherry Explosion’

• Original Introduction: McKay Nursery

• Plant Type: Deciduous Flowering Shrub

• Growth Habit: Rounded, Bushy

• Flower Color: Cherry Red with Light Pink Centers

• Flower Form: Lacecap Flower Clusters

• Flower Characteristics: Cherry-Red Outer Florets Surrounding Small, Star-Shaped Pink Flowers

• Bloom Season: Summer

• Foliage Color: Green, Developing Burgundy Fall Color

• USDA Hardiness Zones: Generally 4–9

• Sunlight: Partial Shade; Morning Sun Preferred

• Soil Preference: Fertile, Organically Rich, Well-Drained

• Water Requirements: Moderate to High; Consistent Moisture Preferred

• Landscape Uses: Foundation Plantings, Cottage Gardens, Mixed Shrub Borders, Woodland Garden Edges, and Large Outdoor Containers

• Winter Habit: Deciduous; Naturally Loses Leaves

• Seasonal Condition: May Arrive Dormant or Recently Pruned

Live Cherry Explosion Bigleaf Hydrangea shrub, natural root system, nursery growing medium, 2-gallon nursery container.