Hydrangea aspera villosa 'Red Fred', Lacecap Hydrangea bog plant The spring foliage also has

The spring foliage also has a pink blush

shrubby perennial

Five- to eight-inch deep purple velvet flowers bloom on vines six to eight feet

Not a fast grower so works well in a small spot or a pot as the loveliest focal point

Hydrangea aspera villosa 'Red Fred', Lacecap Hydrangea bog plant The spring foliage also hasFelted, long leaves first emerge red burgundy and maintain their burgundy underside throughout the season for enticing glimpses amid the green. The soft green foliage provides a muted background for the charming, flattened white to light blue flowers in spring. Deciduous with exfoliating stems. Mature size: 68 ft T x 10 ft W Minimum temperature: 5 F