At Hortensia France we produce hortensia’s exclusively in a 14cm pot to maximize efficiency and offer the best value to our customers.
Hortensia France has over 34.000 cubic meters of cooling facilities to overwinter the entire production – a key element to produce a high quality product.
To ensure the best quality we work with machinery that is specifically designed for the production of hortensias.
EC and pH are measured once a week; these figures are used to decide the type and amount of fertiliser to be applied. Scouting for insects is carried out on a weekly basis to assist us in the pest control.
Flowering buds are analysed from the end of August onwards to determine the moment when the plants must be moved into the temperature controlled cold-stores. These production protocols are based on many years of Hydrangea growing experience and the Hydrangea crop is continuously monitored by tracing and tracking.
Through its intensive and historical collaborations with the Institute for Research and Seeds (IRHS), Hortensia France works closely together with the main players in greater Angers area concerning plant biology (INRAE, Agro Campus, and the university of Angers). Hortensia France is also a member of the Végépolys Vallée which certifies its collaborative research projects. The company’s Research & Development projects are partly subsidized by the Pays de la Loire Region and the European Union. All in all, Hortensia France is doing everything to develop its knowledge of the biology and cultivation methods of hydrangea’s.
The protection of our employees and the environment is a major concern for us. Since 2008, we have been a certified member of MPS, an international environmental standard for horticultural production, and currently enjoy a level ‘A’ status. To go further, we are also committed to an eco-design approach to carry out the analysis of the production life cycle of our hydrangea’s. This project is led by CNPH-Piverdière with the support of O2m Lab, a research and innovation office in CSR impacts.
We are always looking for new colleagues to help us produce the best hortensia’s. Are you interested in seasonal or permanent work? Don’t hesitate and apply directly online, or call +33 2 41 69 51 10.
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The fundamental basis for good hydrangea varieties is a sum of several factors.
Experience is one such factor, but there is more. These include:
This results in the assortment below.
The intense colours and large flowers combined with dark green foliage make Anda a striking hydrangea. The structure of the plant is moderately compact and the bulbs of the flowers are uniform in colour and size during flowering. The plant grows in a V-shape, allowing efficient arrangement of growing space in the later cultivation phase.
A strong plant with classic Hydrangea macrophylla appearance. With its pastel colours and dark green leaves, Ankong has earned a place in the hearts of many a hydrangea growers. Not without reason, a cultivation with the extremely strong Ankong is always successful. This makes Ankong an ideal product to start growing hydrangeas. Did you know that Ankong has a very high resistance to diseases?
Ankong's unique variegated sister is called Ankong Character. Character is just as vigorous, but much less classic. In fact, this hydrangea is variegated, making it an eye-catcher anyway. The flower is pale pink. The most exciting spectacle is in the leaves. It is dark green with a cream edge. Unique! Ankong Character is more sensitive during cultivation. Suitable as indoor hydrangea.
The wavy petals with the hint of green of the Bayview never get boring. And that's just as well because this hydrangea is strong, changes colour and has beautiful green leaves.
With its soft colour and open flower shape, Beijing is a garden plant with a lovely look. Its petals are somewhat narrower, so that when the first flower unfolds, it looks like a butterfly spreading its wings. Beijing has dark green leaves.
Bride gets her name from her beautiful bridal white flowers which are present in large numbers on the plant. Bride is a garden hydrangea.
The unique, abundant flowers of this garden hydrangea appear to be pure seducers. A beautifully 'drawn' line along the outer edge of the petals gives this garden plant a romantic look. With its long shelf life as an additional USP.
The pink and blue HOKO varieties are sold under the label Forever & Ever. The genetics of HOKO breeding have been discovered by the breeders of this variety to be stable, uniform and flowering, as well as containing the continuous-flowering traits that make the brand known to consumers across Europe.
This strong garden hydrangea with sturdy flower is a rewarding hydrangea during both the cultivation phase and the consumer garden phase.
This lacecap variety has dark red slightly folded flowers that unfold in from the outside inwards. The colour is intense and combined with the green flowers this gives this hydrangea a playful appearance. This garden hydrangea is suitable for medium to large pot sizes.
Koria's flower shape is so striking that this variety has won many awards. The bright white flat umbel-shaped flowers are characterised by a jagged edge. The blue buds in the centre make it a special plant in many a garden. During flowering, the flower remains white and changes colour to green with a lilac shine.
Power and beauty go hand in hand with the Magical Amethyst. This strong plant can grow up to a metre/1.20 high and adds a touch of surprise to the terrace with pink, red, blue or purple flowers that change into a deep red colour.
Magical Evolution is distinguished from Revolution by its more even, intensely coloured flowers. Its 150-day flowering guarantee has been proven more than once, making this primal hydrangea very special.
Garden hydrangea Magical Greenfire has a flame-shaped design on the petals in fiery red and green. The colours become warmer, until they become autumnal green.
Power and beauty go hand in hand with the Magical Jewel. This strong and compact plant can grow up to a metre high and adds a touch of surprise to the terrace with pink or blue flowers that change into a deep red colour.
The Magical Noblesse is a robust garden hydrangea with white flowers that have a green edge. The plant flowers until it starts to freeze, and the flowers change colour from the heart to the edges.
A low, compact hydrangea with pink or blue bulbs full of tiny flowers on sturdy branches, which turn to beautiful deep red within a few months.
This picotee variety with red edge contains such dark green leaves that they are almost black. The unusual flowers stand out beautifully. Truly a promising find from the 2023 breeding.
The bicoloured My Sisters Garden variety is recognisable by its bright green/white that flares to intense pink. The petals form into small dots giving the plant a playful appearance. The plant has a bushy habit and is suitable for both indoor and garden use.
The large flower palette of this lacecap hydrangea full of lilac or pink flowers from Nanping unfold only too happily to show the world their beauty. The heart of the flower starts white and turns more and more lilac or pink as it blooms. This beautiful garden hydrangea is suitable for large pot sizes.
Fuchsia pink, almost red bulbs on deep dark green foliage. The Ningbo is special for its intense colouring in red, and deep purple in the blueed variety. The small flowers colour from bright green, giving the plant a fresh appearance. The plant is bushy and compact in growth, making it suitable for a wide range of pot sizes.
In 2023, HOKO breeding launched hydrangea macrophylla Rana. This deep red variety has beautifully strong flowers in a striking colour. Branching is good and the stems are sturdy. A breeding product we expect a lot from.
Soft and bright pink with wavy petals. An eye-catcher for your garden with the special gift that Seaside takes your mind with ease to those perfect balmy summer evenings.
The colour change in the wavy petals take you back to sunsets during holidays. A strong hydrangea with striking flowers and beautiful deep dark green leaves.
The wavy petals are a reflection of the sea's foam heads. Bright white, strong flower and deep dark green leaves: that's white waves!
Popular with growers worldwide, Hydrangea macrophylla 'Wudu' is known for its sturdy plant structure and many flowers. The stems carry the large white-green bulbs with ease until the end of their flowering period, several months later. The flower starts in light green colour and continues to turn bright white during flowering.
The red variety of the Wuhan is a beautiful eye-catcher. The flower starts in bright green and the petals turn red from outside to inside. The strong flowers can be enjoyed for months in the garden.
The flowery Xian is a sturdy and compact hydrangea with lots of heads, bearing lots of flowers. These flowers are slightly smaller and firm. The plant is available with lilac and hard pink flowers and grows well in different climate zones.
This garden hydrangea is suitable for medium and large pot sizes.
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We are always looking for new colleagues to help us produce the best hortensia’s. Are you interested in seasonal or permanent work? Don’t hesitate and apply directly online, or call +33 2 41 69 51 10.
