Hydrangea seemannii
climbing hydrangea
- Position: sun to partial shade
- Soil: fertile, well-drained soil
- Rate of growth: slow at first, then medium
- Flowering period: June to August
- Hardiness: frost hardy (it may need protection in winter)
An invaluable, woody, evergreen climber, which can attach itself to walls and fences by producing aerial roots. The attractive leaves are mid-green and leathery and will provide year-long interest. From early summer interesting clusters of greenish-cream flowers appear and grow up to 15cm across. These last well into autumn and provide a beautiful display. - Garden care: Plant in moist, fertile soil and do not allow the soil to dry out while the plant is getting established. Trim to fit the available space after flowering.