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Hydrangeas are deciduous shrubs or
small trees. They are grown for their beautiful domed or flattened
flowers which appear in mid-summer for a month. The flowers
normally consist of a mass of fertile flowers surrounded by
infertile flowers which give the hydrangea its large flower heads.
Some varieties however have almost all sterile flowers.
Hydrangea arborescens and quercifolia are natives of North
America, Hydrangea serratifolia is native to South America. The
remainder of hydrangeas are natives East Asia.
Recommended for the amateur and experienced gardener. |
Key
Hydrangea Facts
| Botanical Name |
Hydrangea |
| Common Name |
Lacecap, Mop head, Oak leaf |
| Type |
Deciduous
shrub or small tree; summer flowering. |
Size
(after 5 years) |
Varies considerably depending on the variety |
| Position |
Full
sun or partial shade depending on variety. |
| Soil |
Light and well-drained |
| Hardy |
Yes but depends on the variety |
| Flower |
Blue, pink or white |
| Foliage |
Mid green |
| Scent |
No |
Season of
Interest |
Summer. |
| Propagate |
Greenwood cuttings when flowers are dying or by layering, |
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