We're offering you a 1 or 3 Dwarf Hydrangea Polestar Ophelia for £8.99, saving you up to 40% off Thompson and Morgan's's price of £14.99 (correct as of 17.06.2025).

Perfect for Small Spaces

Dwarf Hydrangea Polestar 'Ophelia' is a compact deciduous shrub celebrated for its space-saving size and captivating, colour-changing blooms. Belonging to the Hydrangea paniculata family, this variety offers a stunning display in containers, patios, balconies, or small gardens—wherever you want big impact from a small plant.

• Botanical Name: Hydrangea paniculata 'Polestar Ophelia'
• Mature Size: Height and spread up to 50cm (20in)
• Flowering Period: Early summer through late autumn (up to five months)
• Bloom Colour: Greenish white maturing to rosy pink

Why Choose 'Polestar Ophelia'?

• Extended Flowering: Starts blooming earlier than most hydrangeas and keeps going for months.
• Dramatic Colour Shift: Watch your garden transform as flowers change from soft greenish white to rich pink hues.
• Year-Round Appeal: Even after flowering ends, dried heads add winter interest and texture.
• Dwarf Habit: Perfect for tight spaces—no need for large borders or sprawling beds.

Planting & Care Guide

• Sun/Shade: Thrives in partial shade but tolerates full sun if kept moist.
• Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained soil; slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.
• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist—especially during dry spells and in pots.
• Pruning: Prune lightly in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and encourage fresh growth.
• Feeding: Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring; ericaceous feed is beneficial if your soil is acidic.

Design Tips & Companion Planting

• Add instant structure and colour to patios or balconies with pots of 'Polestar Ophelia'.
• Create a low hedge along pathways or garden edges.
• Makes an excellent companion for shade-loving perennials like hostas, ferns, or astilbes.

FAQs

• When is the best time to plant?
  The best time is autumn or spring when the ground is workable and not frozen. Container-grown plants can be planted year-round if watered well.
• How fast does it grow?
  'Polestar Ophelia' is slow-growing and will reach its mature size of around 50cm (20in) within two to three years.
• What type of soil does it prefer?
  This hydrangea thrives in moist, well-drained soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH. Avoid very dry or chalky soils for best results.