Cityline® Berlin Bigleaf Hydrangea

Hydrangea macrophylla CITYLINE 'Berlin Rabe'

$35⁸⁶

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Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:

Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements

Container Plant Sizes

Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.

Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
2" x 2" x 3"	0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts	0.20 - 0.23 dry liters
4" Container	0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts	0.35 - 0.96 dry liters
4.5" Container	0.65 dry quarts	0.72 dry liters
6" Container	1.4 dry quarts	1.59 dry liters
1 Quart	1 dry quart	1.1 dry liters
5.5" Container	1.89 dry quarts	2.08 dry liters

Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
2 Quart	2 dry quarts	2.2 dry liters
#1 Container	2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts	2.49 - 4.11 dry liters
5" x 5" x 12"	3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts	3.85 - 4.74 dry liters

Mature Plants (2-4 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
#2 Container	1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons	5.24 - 7.75 dry liters
#3 Container	2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons	8.14 - 12.16 dry liters

Large Plants (3-5 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
#5 Container	2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons	12.86 - 20.35 dry liters
#6 Container	5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons	23.12 - 26.42 dry liters
#7 Container	5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons	26.34 - 28.76 dry liters

Bare Root Plants

Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.

Common Sizes:

Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet

Important Notes

Container Volume Specifications

Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents

Growing Conditions

Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment

Seasonal Availability

Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
Container plants are available throughout the growing season
Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes

Questions?

For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.

Plant Highlights

Cityline® Berlin Bigleaf Hydrangea highlights at a glance!

Brand

Proven Winners® ColorChoice®
Plant Class
- Magnoliopsida
- Cornales
Botanical Name

Hydrangea macrophylla CITYLINE 'Berlin Rabe'
Growing Zones

5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Mature Height

2 - 3 feet
Mature Spread

2 - 3 feet
Sun Exposure

Full Sun
Moisture

Average
Soil

Well Drained
Growth Rate

Medium
Flower Color
- Blue
- Pink
Pollinator Friendly

Yes
Pollinator Required

No
Pruning Time

After Flowering
Bloom Period

Summer, Fall

Growing Zones 5-9

Find Your Growing Zone!

Your Berlin Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla CITYLINE 'Berlin Rabe') was bred specifically for stronger stems...and it needs it. The flower heads are large and heavy, with a rich, pink hue that's amazing to behold. Berlin Hydrangea is a Bigleaf Hydrangea variety and it's the largest and fastest-growing plant in the Cityline series!

The round, snowball-like balls of blossoms appear July through August, perfectly accented by the glossy, dark-green foliage. As the hot-pink blossoms age, the color transitions to a lovely green...so it's like getting two flower colors on one plant! These beautiful blooms are great for dried or cut flowers and stand up in the vase as well as standing up to storms and rain.

It has a compact habit, so along with the strong stems, never needs pruning! Hardy to USDA growing zones 5 through 9, these rarely grow over 2-3 feet tall and spread to a tidy 2-3 feet in mature width. Berlin has also been bred to be mildew and disease-resistant. As with other Bigleaf Hydrangeas, you will see some color variations depending on your soil's pH. Acid soil will produce blue flowers, with alkaline allowing pink tones to develop.

Planting and Application:

One would be right at home front-and-center of your patio garden, shrub border or even growing in your best container. In larger landscapes, plant rows of these low-growing shrubs as a groundcover, and as a facer shrub to hide the leggy bare stems of larger shrubs and trees, or along the front of your home's foundation plantings. Create edging along paths or your driveway that shines with vivid color all growing season!

Completely at home front and center in the shrub border, patio garden, or your best container. It is small enough for mixed planters or for container gardens! Any tight spot, any smaller urban lot or modern courtyard can enjoy these brilliant blooms without sacrificing space! Even balcony gardens and rooftops in the city can find room for a few of these compact plants!

Large Green & Pink (or Blue) Flower Heads
Strong Stems Support Flowers
Toothy Green Foliage
Naturally Dwarf & Compact Size
Small-Space Gardening, Containers & Planters, & Low Hedges

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Bigleaf Hydrangea are easy to care for, requiring full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil, favoring morning sun and afternoon shade in the hottest of its favored growing zones. Moisture is a necessity for this plant, so do not let them dry out during the summer's heat. Keep regularly watered and apply a thick layer of mulch over the roots to keep them cool and moist. Plant in about any well-drained soil that's organically enriched. Only prune Bigleaf Hydrangea after they've flowered or else you may risk removing next year's blooms.

Full Sun & Part Shade
Moist Enriched Environment
Well-Drained Soil & Prefers Mulched Beds
Disease & Powdery Mildew Resistant
Prune After Flowering

Hydrangeas are always spectacular additions to any landscape! And the Cityline® Berlin Bigleaf Hydrangea delivers the usual dramatic beauty of huge flowers, while also providing the stems to properly display them. You won't be sorry you planted this sensational, hardy variety! Order yours today at NatureHills.com!

deer resistant

I do not have to prune the Cityline Berlin hydrangea and the deer won't prune them either. That is a homer run in my estimation.

Hello exhunter,

Thank you so much for sharing your fantastic experience with the Cityline® Berlin Bigleaf Hydrangea! We’re thrilled to hear it’s thriving in your garden without the need for pruning—and that the deer aren’t nibbling on it either. It truly sounds like a home run, just as you said! Hydrangeas that hold up well to deer can be hard to come by, so it’s wonderful to know this one is fitting in perfectly with your landscape.

If you’d like, be sure to check our care resources for tips on optimal watering and fertilizing to keep your hydrangea looking vibrant year after year. And we’re always here if you have any questions or want recommendations to complement your current plants.

Thanks again for sharing your review, and happy gardening!

Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team

deer resistant

I do not have to prune the Cityline Berlin hydrangea and the deer won't prune them either. That is a homer run in my estimation.

Hello Exhunter,

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with the Cityline® Berlin Bigleaf Hydrangea! We’re thrilled to hear it’s thriving in your garden and that both you and the local deer are leaving it happily untouched—a true win-win indeed. Hydrangeas that combine beautiful blooms with deer resistance are such treasures.

If you ever want tips on how to maximize the bloom potential or seasonal care advice for your hydrangea, feel free to reach out. Light pruning can enhance shape, but it’s great that your shrub is doing well without it!

Wishing you happy planting,
The Nature Hills Plant Experts

strong stems

My huge blooms are held upright by my Berlin hydrangea. I do not need to tie them up like I have to for a couple of other hydrangeas I have.

Hi Candi,

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with your Cityline® Berlin Bigleaf Hydrangea! It’s fantastic to hear that its strong stems are reliably supporting your large blooms without the need for extra ties—sometimes managing those heavier-headed hydrangeas can be quite the task. Your hydrangea sounds truly healthy and well-established!

If you ever want to keep those blooms thriving even more, consider regular deep watering during dry periods and a balanced fertilizer in early spring to maintain strong stem growth. Also, gentle pruning after the blooming season can help encourage next year’s blooms and maintain sturdy branches.

We’re thrilled that your hydrangea is flourishing happily in your garden. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or want tips on planting companions for your hydrangeras!

Rooting for your garden’s success,
Your Nature Hills Plant Care Team