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Hydrangea quercifolia

oak-leaf hydrangea

Oakleaf hydrangea is the envy of northerners, hardy only to Zone 5. Flowers are a combination of both sterile and fertile petals, lending a feathery and light appearance to the bloom. It has striking red and purple fall foliage.

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Height: 6-10 ft
Spread: 8-10 ft
Hardiness Zone: 5-9


Bloom Color: White

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
Species
Exposure
Sun
Part Shade
Soil Moisture
Dry
Average
Ecoregion
Not Ecotypic in New England
Ornamental Interest
Fall Foliage
Fall Bloom
Summer Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
Other Pollinators/Wildlife
Tolerance
Drought Tolerant
Additional Attributes
Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
Specimen
Hedge/screening
Massing
Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
Red to Purple Fall Foliage


North American Distribution


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