HYDRANGEA quercifolia 'Burgundy'
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HYDRANGEA quercifolia 'Burgundy'
Commonly known as Oak-leafed hydrangea
Reddish-purple tinges to the leaves become very pronouced. The best autumn colouring variety of quercifolia
£25.00 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Pests & Diseases
Red spider mites, scale insects, vine weevils, capsid bugs, grey mould(Botrytis), hydrangea virus, powdery mildew, leaf spot, honey fungus. -
Place of origin
Southeastern USA. -
Hydrangeas
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DeciduousDeeply 5-7 lobed leaves to (8in) long.
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White
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PaniclesConical panicles
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BorderSuitable for a shrub border
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Lobed
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Height
2m (6½ft) -
Spread
2.5m (8ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightLarge, conical panicles of white flowers turning pink as they age.
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Pruning group 1
Suitable 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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Hardy - average winter
Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich.
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Full sun
Needs plenty of shelter. -
Partial shade
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harmful if eaten
Pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, notably dogs and cats -
may cause skin allergy
People
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size2m (6½ft)
2.5m (8ft)
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