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HYDRANGEA quercifolia 'Alice'
Commonly known as Oak-leafed hydrangea
Large panicles of single white flowers ageing to pink
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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 viruses, powdery mildew, leaf spot, honey fungus -
Place of origin
Southeastern USA. Garden origin. USA. Georgia. Michael Dirr -
Hydrangeas
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DeciduousDeeply 5- to 7-lobed, mid-green leaves to 20cm (8in) long turning red and purple in autumn
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White
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Panicles
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BorderSuitable for a shrub border
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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 heightMound-forming shrub producing flowers in conical panicles to 25cm (10in) tall
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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 - 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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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Full sun
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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 -
Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size2m (6½ft)
2.5m (8ft)
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