Oakleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea quercifolia)
Oakleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea quercifolia) is a deciduous shrub with distinctive oak-like leaves and conical white flower clusters that turn pinkish-brown in fall.
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Sunlight
Prefers partial shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist.
Soil
Adaptable to various soil types, but prefers well-drained, moist, organic-rich soil.
Temperature
Prefers moderate temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed in early spring.
Care Requirements
Prefers partial shade.
Tolerates full sun if consistent moisture is provided, but benefits from afternoon shade in hot climates.
Keep soil consistently moist.
Water deeply when the top inch of soil feels dry.
Adaptable to various soil types, but prefers well-drained, moist, organic-rich soil.
Prefers moderate temperatures.
Tolerates a range from -20°C to 30°C, but optimal growth is between 15°C and 25°C.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed in early spring.
Use a balanced slow-release fertilizer; avoid over-fertilizing.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Flowering, Foliage, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
1.5-2.5 m
Spread
1.5-2.5 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Deciduous
Leaf Color
Green, Red, Bronze, Burgundy
Leaf Type
Lobed, deciduous
Flower Size
15-30 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderCornales
- familyHydrangeaceae
- genusHydrangea
- speciesHydrangea quercifolia
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No
Non-toxic to pets and humans.