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oakleaf hydrangea

oakleaf hydrangea

Hydrangea quercifolia

shrubβ›… part shadeπŸ’§πŸ’§ moderate waterZone 6b – Zone 9b

A deciduous shrub prized for its deeply lobed oak-like foliage and showy elongated white flower panicles that bloom in summer. Excellent for adding texture and structure to woodland gardens and shade borders.

Overview

Form
Spreading
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
4–6β€² tall Γ— 4–8β€² wide
Dormancy
deciduous

Tolerances & Soil

moderate
Zone 6bZone 9b
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 6b to Zone 9b

pH Range

4.67.5
7.0
3.556.589
pH range: 4.6 to 7.5

Soil Texture

Coarse, Medium, Fine

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

SpringSummerFall

Succession Role

early successionalmid successional

Native to the United States

Native Range

Southeastern United States

Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas

Function & Care

wildlife benefitpollinator nectaryhedgerow

Establishment & Care

Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Propagation
cutting, layering, division