Hydrangea anomala subsp. petiolaris
Hydrangea anomala subsp. petiolaris is a woody climbing hydrangea renowned for its longevity, vigor, and natural elegance in the garden. This plant attaches itself to supports using its aerial roots, allowing it to gradually cover walls, tree trunks, fences, or pergolas. Its bright green, broad, and textured deciduous foliage forms a dense and highly decorative mass during the growing season. In early summer, it produces large, flat, creamy-white inflorescences, composed of central fertile flowers surrounded by sterile flowers, particularly attractive to pollinating insects. Slow to establish but long-lasting once mature, this hydrangea tolerates shaded exposures and difficult conditions well. It is an excellent choice for vertically structuring the garden with a reliable, refined, and low-maintenance plant.
Care guide
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