We produce millions of half-grown hortensias

Situated in the Pays de la Loire, Hortensia France is the largest producer of half-grown hortensias in France. Our product supplies growers all over Europe.

Our specialisations

Specialisation in 1 potsize

At Hortensia France we produce hortensia’s exclusively in a 14cm pot to maximize efficiency and offer the best value to our customers.

High quality cold storage facilities

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.

Specially designed machinery

To ensure the best quality we work with machinery that is specifically designed for the production of hortensias.

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How we measure

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.

Our partners

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 (INRAEAgro 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.

Environment

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.

 

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Working at Hortensia France

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.

If you want to apply online, please click on the button below and leave your personal information together with a copy of your ID card, insurance card, bank card (RIB), and if possible your CV. After you completed the online form you’ll receive an email confirmation with more information.

Our varieties

The fundamental basis for good hydrangea varieties is a sum of several factors.

Experience is one such factor, but there is more. These include:

  • An extensive gene database full of plants with every conceivable characteristic.
  • Thorough knowledge of the material and accurate records.
  • Regular feedback from vendors, so knowledge of market needs.
  • Continuous testing of clones and conducting field trials.
  • Strict selection criteria: no brake dust on seedlings, no branch support, good branching, leaf size and colour, flowering characteristics (shape, colour and fullness), shelf life and susceptibility to powdery mildew.

This results in the assortment below.

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Anda

Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
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Anda
Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
Uniform flowering, large number of plants per m2.

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.

flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
strong
Flower firmness
strong
Flower type
mophead
WEEK
Shelf life
good
Branching
average
Size
medium
Cultivation time
9-11 wks
Re-blooming
3
Advised finished pot sizes
14cm or bigger
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Ankong

Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
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Ankong
Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
High resistance against diseases

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?

flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
average
Flower firmness
soft
Flower type
mophead
WEEK
Shelf life
good
Branching
good
Size
big
Cultivation time
9-11 wks
Re-blooming
3
Advised finished pot sizes
3 liter or bigger
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Ankong Character

Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
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Ankong Character
Hydrangea macrophylla HOKO Original
The variegated leaf makes this a unique crop

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.

flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
strong
Flower firmness
soft
Flower type
mophead
WEEK
Shelf life
good
Branching
average
Size
medium
Cultivation time
9-11 wks
Re-blooming
3
Advised finished pot sizes
14cm or bigger
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Bayview

Hydrangea macrophylla Surfing Safari
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Bayview
Hydrangea macrophylla Surfing Safari

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.

flower colour
Foliage colour
Stem sturdiness
strong
Flower firmness
strong