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HYDRANGEA quercifolia
Commonly known as Oak-leafed hydrangea
With striking orange-red autumn colour, long pointed white flowers, with sterile florets only at the base
Plant Details
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Pests & DiseasesRed spider mites, scale insects, vine weevils, capsid bugs, grey mould(Botrytis), hydrangea virus, powdery mildew, leaf spot, honey fungus.
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Place of originSoutheastern USA.
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Hydrangeas
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DeciduousDeeply 5-7 lobed, mid-green leaves to 20cm (8in) long.
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White
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Panicles
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Fully hardy
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Lobed
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Height2m (6½ft)
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Spread2.5m (8ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightMound-forming shrub producing conical panicles to 25cm (10in) tall. Produces fertile and sterile flowers. Sterile flowers become pink-tinged with age.
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Hardy - cold winterHardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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harmful if eatenPets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, notably dogs and cats
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may cause skin allergyPeople
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size2m (6½ft)
2.5m (8ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for a shrub border
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Pruning group
Pruning group 1Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich
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Sun Requirements
Full sunShelter from cold, drying windsPartial shade
Hydrangeas - Care Guide
- Hydrangeas for everyone!
- Quick tour of hydrangea stocked - Video Tip ondemand_video
- Soil & Feeding
- Pruning Hydrangeas
- Pruning Hydrangeas - Video Tip ondemand_video
- Hydrangeas, keeping them blue - Video Tip ondemand_video
- Propagation
- Drying Flower Heads
- Drying hydrangea flower heads - Video Tip ondemand_video
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- Hydrangeas and other plants
- Further Reading
Hydrangeas - Video Spotlights
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- Hydrangea seemanii - Video Tip ondemand_video
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