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    HYDRANGEA quercifolia 'Munchkin'
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    HYDRANGEA quercifolia 'Munchkin'

    Commonly known as Oak-leaved hydrangea

    Conical panicles of white flowers ageing to pink.
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    2 to 3 Litre   - Click to view photo
    Delivery Information
    Available late spring to early summer 2025
    £30.00  
    Available late spring to early summer 2025 - Spring according to the Met Office is defined as March 1st - May 31st. Therefore late spring is mid-April onwards. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.
     
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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. US National Arboretum
    • Hydrangeas
    • Deciduous
      Deeply lobed, dark green leaves turning mahogany-red in autumn
    • Panicles
    • Border
      Suitable for a shrub or mixed border
    • Frost hardy (down to -5)
    • Lobed
    • Height
      90cm (36in)
    • Spread
      1.2m (4ft)
    • Medium shrub
      Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
    • 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.

    • 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
    • Summer Seasonal Interest
    • Fertile moist well-drained soil
      Humus-rich
    • Full sun
    • Partial shade
    • harmful if eaten
      Pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, notably dogs and cats
    • may cause skin allergy
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    • Rabbit Resistant
    • Mature Size
      90cm (36in)
      		 Medium Shrub - guide for size not form Watering Can
        1.2m (4ft)
      		  
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