Shrubs

Hydrangea 'Snowflake'

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Hardiness Zone 5

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Family Hydrangeaceae

Hydrangea quercifolia 'Snowflake' is an exceptional hydrangea variety, prized for its spectacular blooms and remarkable foliage. This cultivar stands out with its plume-shaped flowers, featuring double-layered petals that create an elegant and refined "snowflake" effect, evolving from pure white to cream as the season progresses. What makes 'Snowflake' even more unique is its ability to attract attention with its imposing form while maintaining a compact and rounded habit, perfect for medium to large gardens. In addition to its unique flowering, this hydrangea boasts magnificent oak-like foliage that turns from green to red and orange in autumn, creating a vibrant color display to extend its appeal beyond the blooming season. It is also highly valued for its hardiness and disease resistance, making it an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance yet undeniably beautiful plant. Suited to well-drained soil and a sunny to partially shaded exposure, 'Snowflake' is also an excellent choice for hedges, borders, or even as a specimen plant, where it will become a true focal point thanks to its elegant habit and spectacular blooms.

Hydrangea quercifolia 'Snowflake'

Soil and care

The rightconditions.

Fertilization Balanced fertilizer in spring

Bloom and dimensions

The completeprofile.

Bloom periodSummer, Fall
Flower colorWhite, turning cream
Foliage colorGreen, turning red and orange in autumn
Foliage typeObsolete
FruitingNot specified
Maximum height1.5 to 2 m (5 to 6.6 ft)
Maximum width5 to 6.6 ft (1.5 to 2 m)
Growth rateModerate
Hardiness zoneZone 5
Minimum temperature-20 °C (-4 °F)

Its strengths, naturally.

Pet friendly
Safe for pets

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Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

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