AWARD

HYDRANGEA quercifolia 'Snowflake'

Commonly known as Oak-leafed hydrangea

Striking form with several series of bracts around each flower head giving a doubled appearance
Further Reading....
  • Deciduous
    Deeply 5-7 lobed leaves to 20cm (8in) long
  • Shades of pink
    All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)
    White flowers turning pink
  • White
  • Height
    2m (6½ft)
  • Spread
    2.5m (8ft)
  • Medium shrub
    Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
    Arching panicles of long-lasting sterile flowers.
  • 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)
  • Full sun
    Needs plenty of shelter
  • Partial shade

HYDRANGEA quercifolia 'Snowflake'

 

 

  • Additional Features
    Burncoose speciality
    See Burncoose Speciality group for more details
    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
  • Burncoose Specialities
    Hydrangeas
  • Flower Shape
    Panicles
    Conical panicles
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suitable for a shrub border
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf margin
    Lobed
    		(see photos above)
  • 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.
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile moist well-drained soil
    Humus-rich
  • Toxic - Category C
    Harmful if eaten
    Pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, notably dogs and cats
    May cause skin allergy
    People
  • Wildlife
    Rabbit Resistant
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Hydrangeas - Care Guide
Hydrangeas - Video Spotlights
2m (6½ft)
 Medium Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
  2.5m (8ft)
  

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