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HYDRANGEA quercifolia 'Snowflake'
Commonly known as Oak-leafed hydrangea

Striking form with several series of bracts around each flower head giving a doubled appearance
Plant Details
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Burncoose speciality
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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. garden origin. USA. 1970s. Aldridge Nursery, Alabama -
Hydrangeas
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DeciduousDeeply 5-7 lobed leaves to 20cm (8in) long
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Shades of pink
All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)White flowers turning pink -
White
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PaniclesConical panicles
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Fully hardy
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Lobed
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Height
2m (6½ft) -
Spread
2.5m (8ft) -
Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightArching panicles of long-lasting sterile flowers.
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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy 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) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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harmful if eaten
Pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, notably dogs and cats -
may cause skin allergy
People -
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 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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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Needs plenty of shelterPartial 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
- Popular Mopheads & Lacecaps
- Hydrangeas and other plants
- Further Reading
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