Oakleaf hydrangea
Oakleaf hydrangea
Hydrangea quercifolia
Type: Shrub
Sun Needs: Full sun-part shade
Soil Moisture: Medium
Mature Size(ft): 6-8 x 6-8
Bloom Time: May-June
Growth Rate: Medium
Estimated size at delivery: 1-2
Container size: 3 gallon
Where It Works Well
• Mass plantings
• Dry slopes and erosion control
• Low-maintenance shrub borders
Ecological benefits:
• Nectar and pollen source for native bees and butterflies
• Host plant for several moth species
Other info: White blooms persist all summer; leaves turn red, rust, purple in fall and can last well into winter; no serious pest/disease problems; great specimen plant or in shrub border; tolerant of dry conditions and sandy soil. Prune after flowering.
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Pick Up ASAP from the SWCD office. Monday -Friday 8am-4:30pm.
We guarantee a healthy specimen will be supplied at pick up. Due to variations in planting, site conditions and care, no guarantee or refunds will be given after tree pick up. Remember, you are investing in quality root stock vs vigorous above ground leafing or height. The provided estimated heights at delivery are not guaranteed.
Photos: Arbor Day Foundation and/or Missouri Botanical Garden Plant Finder