Thompson & Morgan Hydrangea Serrata Hydrantea 3 Litre Pot X 1

Why not grow your own low-calorie, naturally sweet tea with Hydrangea Serrata ‘Hydrantea’? This attractive hardy shrub, known in Japan for years as a source of delicious herbal brews, offers an excellent way to make sweet-flavoured tea from home. Also known as Amacha, this tea is made from the dried leaves of the Hydrangea Serrata. After harvesting, the leaves are dried in the sun, crushed, and re-dried to create flavourful tea leaves. The sweetness in the tea comes from phyllodulcin, a natural sweetener in the Hydrangea plant that's about 200 times sweeter than sugar! This makes it a fantastic zero-calorie alternative to regular caffeinated tea—perfect for those with a sweet tooth. Hydrangea Serrata 'Hydrantea' not only provides a unique taste but is also easy to grow and adds a striking touch to ornamental borders. It features large lace-cap flowers that shift from pink to mauve-blue depending on your soil’s pH. Both colours make stunning blooms, adding vibrant interest to your garden. With its neat, compact growth habit, this versatile shrub is ideal for lightly shaded borders or as a lively addition to patio containers. Mature height and spread: 100cm (39"). Supplied as 1 x 3 litre Potted Plant. Growing Information: Hydrangea serrata thrives in a sunny or semi-shaded spot with protection from cold, drying winds. Plant in rich, fertile, moist soil. Enhance the soil before planting by mixing in plenty of well-rotted manure or garden compost, ensuring it is well-integrated. Alternatively, plant in patio containers using soil-based compost such as John Innes No. 3. Features: Known in Japan as Amacha, used for making a refreshing, naturally sweet herbal tea Large lace-cap blooms that range from pink to mauve-blue, depending on soil acidity Neat and tidy, ideal for lightly shaded borders or patio pots Hardy shrub that thrives with minimal care, adding beauty and utility to your garden Supplied as pot grown plants in nursery pots, decorative pots are not included Specifications: Weight: 1.0 kg Model Number: KF5789