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LCN February 2006 Off the Clock02-10-06 | News



Hines Horticulture Raises Funds for Children With "Big Smile" Hydrangea




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The "Big Smile" hydrangea is a new cultivar that offers dark stems and glossy foliage in the spring. Lacecap flowers bloom through the summer and deep burgundy-colored foliage appears in the fall. The enhanced hardiness of the plant makes it a good choice for gardeners in zones 5 and 6.


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The Big Smile hydrangea is a new cultivar that offers dark stems and glossy foliage in the spring, lacecap flowers that open a soft pink and mature to a rich burgundy rose through the summer, deep merlot foliage in the fall and red stems and veins beginning in the spring. The enhanced hardiness of the plant makes it a good choice for gardeners in zones 5 and 6. A compact mounded habit grows up to 3 feet tall and wide with high mildew resistance, and sturdy stems that help keep the heavy flowers upright on the plant.

Hines sells nursery products primarily to the retail segment, which includes premium independent garden centers as well as leading home centers and mass merchandisers.

For more information visit the Hines website www.hineshort.com






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