Heart Throb® Hydrangea

Heart Throb® Hydrangea | Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Hortmagitri’ PP30044 | Southern Living™ Collection

Plant Highlights:

• Growing Zone: 5-9
• Plant Brand: Southern Living Collection
• Botanical Name:   Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Hortmagitri’ PP30044
• Foliage Color: Green
• Flower Color: Red
• Flower Fragrance: N/A
• Fall Color: Green
• Type: Deciduous
• Mature Height: 3'
• Mature Width: 3'
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• Exposure: Sun, Partial shade, and shade
• Soil Needs: Moist well drained, needs moisture during winter
• Water Needs: Occasionally, like moisture 
• Pruning Needs: After Blooming in the spring/summer
• Awards:
• Grown by: The Plant Factory

Additional Highlights: 

• Pollinator Friendly: Yes
• Deer Resistant: No
• Pet Friendly: No
• Reblooming: Yes
• Cold and Heat Tolerant: Yes
• Not highly drought tolerant
• Salt Tolerant: Yes

The Heart Throb Hydrangea is a stunning new addition from the Southern Living Plant Collection, celebrated for its unique cherry-red blooms accented with distinctive green marbling. These vibrant flowers bloom abundantly from summer through early fall, evolving through a breathtaking palette of colors that adds seasonal interest to any garden. Perfectly suited for gardeners seeking a compact, show-stopping shrub, the Heart Throb reaches just 3 feet tall and wide, making it ideal for small spaces, container gardens, mixed border beds, and tidy low hedges.

This dwarf hydrangea thrives in USDA zones 5 through 9 and adapts beautifully to part shade and morning sun, offering more sun tolerance than traditional mophead hydrangeas without risking foliage burn. Heart Throb is a reliable performer with excellent disease and pest resistance, requiring no pruning—just sit back and enjoy its easy-care nature. Whether placed in a sunny corner or under the dappled canopy of larger plants, it infuses the landscape with bold color and charming texture.

Planting your Heart Throb Hydrangea is straightforward but critical for long-term success. Choose rich, well-draining soil to avoid root rot, and dig a hole three times wider than the root ball. Amend heavy clay soils with organic compost or pine bark mulch for improved aeration. Position the shrub so the root crown sits just above soil level to ensure healthy growth. Water deeply twice a week during the first growing season, adjusting as necessary depending on rainfall and temperature. Mulch around the base to conserve moisture and regulate soil temperature.

Space Heart Throb plants 18 to 24 inches apart for a seamless hedge or mass planting effect, or cluster them for an eye-catching floral accent. Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer to encourage vigorous blooming—be careful not to over-fertilize, which can reduce flower production. This hydrangea’s adaptability to containers, ease of care, and vibrant bloom cycles make it a must-have for gardeners looking to impress without the hassle.

Elevate your garden design with Heart Throb Hydrangea—a bold, colorful, and low-maintenance shrub that brings lasting beauty from early summer to fall. Order yours today and transform your outdoor space with this standout member of the Southern Living Plant Collection.

Ordering:

Our processing time usually is 1-3 days after receiving the order. Orders taken after 4:00 pm on Wednesday through Sunday will be shipped the following Monday.

Shipping:

The Plant Factory, Inc. offers the very best shipping processes to ensure quick, safe, and near-perfect results every time. Cold and heat may deter your order temporarily until it is safe to receive and plant your plants/trees in your area. At our discretion, we will hold order till the threat is gone ensuring you with the healthiest-viable product ordered.

Summer/Winter Shipping Restrictions – Summer above 95 degrees | Winter - Below 34 degrees

Just a heads up! We share pictures and videos on our site to showcase our products and highlight the quality of our growing process. However, depending on the season you purchase, you can receive a plant that is smaller or larger than what is presented. There's a chance you might see a plant blooming like the one on our site, but it's not guaranteed. We often trim off blooms since they don't travel well. When you buy our plants, think of it as a wonderful investment in your future garden! Enjoy the journey of nurturing them to their fullest potential.