Oak-leaf hydrangea

Hydrangea quercifolia

Hydrangea

Hydrangeaceae

Flowering Plants

Zone 4–9

🐾 Pet-Safe

Oak-leaf hydrangea is a stunning four-season shrub prized for its large white flower panicles, attractive peeling bark, and brilliant fall foliage. Plant in rich, well-drained soil with consistent moisture and protect roots with a thick layer of mulch to retain humidity. It performs best in dappled shade with morning sun, and dead flower heads can be left on for winter interest.

Care Requirements

Care Level

Moderate

Sun

Partial Shade

Water

Moderate

Growth Rate

Fast

Mature Height

240″ – 480″

Soil

loam

Life Cycle

Perennial

Spacing

72″

Flowers

white

Watering Schedule

Every 5-7 Days • Water Thoroughly Until Moisture Drains From The Bottom, Keeping Soil Consistently Moist But Never Waterlogged

Soil pH

4.6 – 7.5

Temperature

-25° – 95°F

Mature Spread

up to 240″

Root Depth

Medium

Foliage

Coarse

Propagation: Seed

Ecology & Origin

Native to

Alabama

Connecticut

Florida

Georgia

Louisiana

Mississippi

North Carolina

South Carolina

Tennessee

Attracts

🐝 Bees

🐝 Butterflies

🐝 Birds

Sources

Data: trefle

Image: trefle.io — Taken Jun 10, 2021 by Derk Joester (cc-by-sa)

Hardiness Zones

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