Capable of sending up strong basal stems that terminate in majestic globes of flower, this cultivar seems to be related to the Otaksa group and is rather reminiscent of General Vicomtesse de Vibraye. It can color lighter or deeper that that fine hydrangea, but is always a pleasing clear tint. Introduced in 1930 by the French breeder, Barillet. Corinne Mallet praises this as superb for drying, and we find it turns a lovely aquamarine blue as the flowers age. Description Courtesy of Vintage Gardens.