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Hydrangea quercifolia-Munchkin-Compact shrub with beautiful blooms 5 Gallon

Hydrangea quercifolia-Munchkin-Compact shrub with beautiful blooms 5 Gallon

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Hydrangea quercifolia 'Munchkin'

Hydrangea quercifolia 'Munchkin'

Description

The 'Munchkin' Oakleaf Hydrangea is a compact, deciduous shrub known for its beautiful, cone-shaped flower clusters and deep green, oak-like leaves. In autumn, the foliage turns a stunning shade of mahogany, providing seasonal interest. This cultivar is particularly valued for its manageable size and prolific blooming, making it ideal for smaller gardens.

Suggested Uses

'Munchkin' is perfect for use in mixed borders, as a foundation plant, or in woodland gardens. Its compact size makes it suitable for container gardening, and its attractive blooms are excellent for cutting and floral arrangements.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Hydrangea quercifolia 'Munchkin'
  • Common Name Common Name: Munchkin' Oakleaf Hydrangea
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 3-4 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: Ferns, Hostas, and other shade-loving plants

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall in well-drained soil
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers rich, well-drained soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates average humidity levels
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder zones
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery pot
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Ensure good air circulation to prevent mildew
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