{"product_id":"southern-living-heart-throb-hydrangea-2-gallon-dwarf-cherry-red-mophead-3-ft-compact-low-maintenance","title":"Southern Living Heart Throb Hydrangea 2-Gallon — Dwarf cherry-red mophead, 3 ft compact, low-maintenance","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Southern Living Plant Collection Heart Throb Hydrangea is a compact, cherry-red flowering shrub that delivers season-long bloom clusters in a small, easy-care package.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis dwarf Hydrangea macrophylla variety was selected for vivid red inflorescences that open with subtle green marbling and persist from summer into early fall. Bred to stay roughly 3 feet tall and wide, it fits into containers, tight borders, and mixed beds while supplying bold color without large-scale pruning. Shipments arrive dormant in winter through early spring and may be trimmed prior to shipping to protect plant health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow large will this hydrangea grow and where should I plant it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeart Throb is a small, rounded hydrangea ideal for limited-space plantings. It reaches about 36 inches tall and 36 inches wide at maturity and prefers shelter from full sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMature size: approximately 3 ft tall by 3 ft wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLight: part shade to full shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSpacing: leave about 36 inches between plants for massing or hedging\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUSDA zones: performs well in zones 5–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen does it bloom and what do the flowers look like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect blooms from mid-summer through early autumn. The flower clusters are notable for their cherry-red color with green marbling when they first open, adding a striking contrast against the foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBloom season: summer into early fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFlower color: cherry red with green marbling on new blooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFlower form: compact clustered inflorescences typical of mophead hydrangeas\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVisual impact: bright color for borders, containers, or accent planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat care does the Heart Throb hydrangea need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cultivar is low-maintenance and does not require heavy pruning. Standard garden care—regular watering, good soil drainage, and seasonal mulching—keeps it healthy and flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePruning: minimal; deadheading or light shaping as desired\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWater: consistent moisture, especially during establishment and hot spells\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSoil: fertile, well-draining soil with organic matter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWinter behavior: deciduous—loses leaves in winter and regrows in spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho this plant is for: gardeners who want a showy red hydrangea without a large footprint. Heart Throb suits patio containers, small urban yards, foundation plantings, low hedges, and mixed perennial borders. It’s also a good pick for landscapers and designers seeking consistent color in USDA zones 5–9 where space is limited and maintenance needs to be straightforward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey botanical and product details:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heart Throb Hydrangea — Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Hortmagitri’ PP30044; shipped in a 2-gallon pot; deciduous; recommended spacing 36 inches; low maintenance. Plant arrives dormant when shipped in winter through early spring and may be trimmed before shipping to promote health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is Heart Throb hydrangea drought tolerant?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: No—it's best with consistent moisture. Water regularly during establishment and in hot, dry spells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Does this hydrangea need winter protection?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Generally no in zones 5–9; mulching helps overwintering, especially in colder or exposed sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Southern Living","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56830703010132,"sku":"B0CNDD7CS9","price":89.06,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1063\/2652\/4244\/files\/southern-living-heart-throb-front-view.jpg?v=1787007314","url":"https:\/\/gardenluxe.co.uk\/products\/southern-living-heart-throb-hydrangea-2-gallon-dwarf-cherry-red-mophead-3-ft-compact-low-maintenance","provider":"Gardenluxe Uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}