Climbing Hydrangea, Hydrangea petiolaris, Hydrangea scandens Maxim.
Native to Asia, Hydrangea anomala subsp. petiolaris (Climbing Hydrangea) is a vigorous, large, deciduous climber that clings by aerial rootlets along the stems. Masses of fragrant white flowers held in flattened clusters, up to 8 in. across (20 cm), appear in late spring to early summer. Resembling lacecap flowers, each cluster consists of tiny, creamy-white to greenish-yellow fertile flowers in the center surrounded by a ring of showy white sterile flowers. Unfurling in spring, the foliage of heart-shaped, shiny, rich dark green leaves, up to 4 in. long (10 cm), keeps its fresh look throughout the summer and turns golden-yellow in the fall. Exposed in winter, the trunk is equally attractive with its reddish-brown exfoliating bark on mature stems, adding a much-needed splash of color to the winter landscape. It is an extremely versatile vine with year-round interest that looks terrific climbing up a wall as it clothes it with its pretty foliage and delicate lacecap flowers. A very popular and elegant landscape plant.
Hardiness |
4 - 9 |
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Heat Zones |
1 - 9 |
Climate Zones | 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, A2, A3 |
Plant Type | Climbers |
Plant Family | Hydrangeaceae |
Genus | Hydrangea |
Common names | Climbing Hydrangea, Hydrangea |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun, Shade |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall |
Height |
30' - 40' (9.1m - 12.2m) |
Spread |
5' - 6' (150cm - 180cm) |
Spacing | 72" (180cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Plant of Merit, Showy |
Tolerance | Full Shade |
Garden Uses | Wall-Side Borders |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage |
Hardiness |
4 - 9 |
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Heat Zones |
1 - 9 |
Climate Zones | 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, A2, A3 |
Plant Type | Climbers |
Plant Family | Hydrangeaceae |
Genus | Hydrangea |
Common names | Climbing Hydrangea, Hydrangea |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun, Shade |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall |
Height |
30' - 40' (9.1m - 12.2m) |
Spread |
5' - 6' (150cm - 180cm) |
Spacing | 72" (180cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Plant of Merit, Showy |
Tolerance | Full Shade |
Garden Uses | Wall-Side Borders |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage |
How many Hydrangea anomala subsp. petiolaris (Climbing Hydrangea) do I need for my garden?
Plant | Quantity | |
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