Hydrangea quercifolia Snowflake ('Brido')
oak-leaved hydrangea
Arching clusters of long-lasting, double white flowers from July to September, pink-tinged with age, and deeply lobed, mid-green leaves. This deciduous, oak-leaved hydrangea is later-flowering than other varieties. With magnificent, bronze-purple autumn foliage, Hydrangea quercifolia Snowflake makes an eye-catching specimen plant for a partly shady border with moist, well-drained soil.
How to care for Hydrangea quercifolia Snowflake ('Brido'):
Choose a location with well-drained soil and partial shade to full sun. Prepare the planting hole twice the width of the root ball and at the same depth. After planting, water thoroughly and apply a layer of organic mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
For aftercare, water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish a strong root system. Feed in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertiliser. Pruning should be minimal, as this hydrangea blooms on old wood.
If necessary, prune immediately after flowering to shape or control size, removing no more than one-third of the oldest stems at ground level. In late winter, trim off any dead or damaged wood.
For aftercare, water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish a strong root system. Feed in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertiliser. Pruning should be minimal, as this hydrangea blooms on old wood.
If necessary, prune immediately after flowering to shape or control size, removing no more than one-third of the oldest stems at ground level. In late winter, trim off any dead or damaged wood.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
2m
Eventual spread:
2.5m
Position:
Full sun
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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This shrub is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
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Humans: Skin allergen; Pets: Harmful if eaten
