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Oakleaf Hydrangea-Deciduous Shrub-Beautiful Cone-Shaped Blooms 5 Gallon

Oakleaf Hydrangea-Deciduous Shrub-Beautiful Cone-Shaped Blooms 5 Gallon

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Hydrangea quercifolia Information Page
Hydrangea quercifolia - Oakleaf Hydrangea

Hydrangea quercifolia

Description

The Oakleaf Hydrangea is a deciduous shrub known for its large, oak-shaped leaves and beautiful cone-shaped flower clusters. Its foliage turns vibrant shades of red, orange, and purple in the fall, providing year-round interest in the garden.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for woodland gardens, mixed borders, and as a specimen plant. Its striking fall color and large blooms make it a standout in any landscape.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Hydrangea quercifolia
  • Common Name Common Name: Oakleaf Hydrangea
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 6-8 feet tall and wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 5-9
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Moderately
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Azaleas, Rhododendrons

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall, ensuring the crown is level with the soil surface.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers well-drained, rich, loamy soil.
  • Humidity Humidity: Thrives in moderate humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead wood.
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch in late fall to protect roots in colder climates.
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as it was in the pot.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer.
  • Special Care Special Care: Protect from strong winds to prevent damage to branches.
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