An oakleaf hydrangea with bold lobed leaves that turn rich burgundy in autumn and upright white conical panicles ageing to pink. Valued as much for its foliage as its flowers.
At a glance
- Plant type: Shrub
- Mature size: 1.8 m H × 1.8 m W
- Aspect: part shade or morning sun and full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Snow Queen Oakleaf Hydrangea
Hydrangea quercifolia 'Snow Queen' is a moderate-growing shrub in the Hydrangeaceae family. It reaches around 1.8 m tall and 1.8 m wide at maturity, with deciduous and rich in autumn colour foliage. White and pink flowers appear in summer.
Where to grow Snow Queen Oakleaf Hydrangea
Snow Queen Oakleaf Hydrangea suits cool-temperate and warm-temperate climates and grows best in part shade or morning sun and full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Snow Queen Oakleaf Hydrangea does best in free-draining soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Snow Queen Oakleaf Hydrangea does best with regular, moderate watering. Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to support healthy growth. Check moisture below the mulch during establishment and water thoroughly when needed rather than following a rigid schedule.
Pruning & care
Prune Snow Queen Oakleaf Hydrangea after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Its ongoing care level is low maintenance.
Using Snow Queen Oakleaf Hydrangea in the garden
Snow Queen Oakleaf Hydrangea earns its place for a feature or specimen planting and cut flowers for the vase.
Companion planting & design
Build the planting around neighbours suited to the same regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate as Snow Queen Oakleaf Hydrangea. Repeating the foliage or flower colour nearby will make the composition feel deliberate.
Good to know
Note that it is toxic to cats and dogs, so site it away from pets that chew.
Buying Snow Queen Oakleaf Hydrangea
Plant Sale lists Snow Queen Oakleaf Hydrangea as potted plants and advanced specimens. Use the interest form above to check current sizes, pricing and availability before ordering.
