Hydrangea quercifolia
shrubZones 5–9nativedeer resistantNative hydrangea with oak-shaped leaves that turn spectacular burgundy-red in fall. White cone-shaped flower panicles age to pink. Exfoliating bark adds winter interest.
Like bigleaf hydrangea, oakleaf blooms on old wood. Only remove dead stems (gray and hollow). Do not cut live stems.
Flower panicles age beautifully from white to pink to tan. Leave them for extended interest.
Oakleaf hydrangea has some of the best fall color of any shrub -- deep burgundy to mahogany red.
Native to southeastern US forests. Flowers attract native pollinators. Provides shelter and food for wildlife. Fall berries eaten by birds.
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