Throughout the summer, this hydrangea is adorned with large, snowy-white flower clusters. This species can survive alkaline soils better than some of its relatives. Its deeply lobed leaves mimic oak leaves. It can tolerate moderate shade, but it requires plenty of water to grow.
Plant Type |
Native, Shrubs |
Hardiness Zone |
5-9 |
Exposure |
Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter |
Height | 6' - 8' (ft), 8' - 10' (ft) |
Spread | 6' - 8' (ft), 8' - 10' (ft) |
Spacing |
72"-120" (in) |
Water Needs |
Average |
Maintenance |
Low |
Soil Type |
Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil PH |
Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage |
Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics |
Plant of Merit, Showy |
Tolerance |
Deer |
Attracts |
Pollinators |
Garden Uses |
Beds and Borders, Cut Flowers, Dried Arrangements, Hedges and Screens, Patio and Containers |
Snowflake Oakleaf Hydrangea | Hydrangea quercifolia 'Snowflake' || Throughout the summer, this hydrangea is adorned with large, snowy-white flower clusters. This species can survive alkaline soils better than some of its relatives. Its deeply lobed leaves mimic oak leaves. It can tolerate moderate shade, but it requires plenty of water to grow.
Native,
Full Sun, Partial Sun,
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter,
Average Water Needs, Low Maintenance, Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained,
Plant of Merit, Showy,
Deer Tolerant,
Attracts Pollinators, Beds and Borders, Cut Flowers, Dried Arrangements, Hedges and Screens, Patio and Containers