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. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Snow Queen Oakleaf Hydrangea is regular, moderate watering. A feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser keeps growth strong. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Prune Snow Queen Oakleaf Hydrangea after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it 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
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Snow Queen Oakleaf Hydrangea with other plants that enjoy the same regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate. Group three or five together for impact rather than dotting single plants through the garden.
Good to know
Note that it is toxic to cats and dogs, so site it away from pets that chew.
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