Hydrangea ‘Deep Purple Dance’ is a captivating deciduous shrub renowned for its rich purple-blue mophead flowers and compact growth habit, perfect for UK gardens. It grows to a height of approximately 1-1.5 meters, forming a rounded mound of glossy green foliage that provides a beautiful backdrop to its stunning blooms.

Best planted in partial shade to full shade, ‘Deep Purple Dance’ thrives in moist, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. It produces large, rounded clusters of deep purple-blue flowers from mid-summer to early autumn. These mophead flowers are attractive to bees and butterflies, providing them with a rich source of nectar.

Maintenance for ‘Deep Purple Dance’ is straightforward. Pruning should be done immediately after flowering in late summer or early autumn to remove spent blooms and shape the shrub as desired. Feed with a balanced fertilizer in early spring to support healthy growth and prolific flowering.

The nectar-rich flowers of ‘Deep Purple Dance’ make it a valuable addition to wildlife-friendly gardens, supporting pollinator populations and promoting biodiversity. By planting ‘Deep Purple Dance’, you not only enhance your garden with its striking blooms and lush foliage but also contribute to the conservation of bees and other beneficial insects, ensuring a thriving ecosystem in your outdoor space.