The Oakleaf Hydrangea is one of just a few hydrangeas native
to the United States. It gets its name from the shape of the large, beautiful
leaves which can turn brilliant shades of red, orange, yellow, and burgundy in
the fall when planted in a sunny location that gets a good dose of afternoon
shade. However, the Oakleaf does tend to
like shady areas better. Some varieties of this shrub can grow up to 26 feet
tall with the flowers being almost 12 inches long, while other varieties will
only reach two feet in height. The dramatic white-blooming shrub has four
seasons of interest. Even though it
blooms best in areas where summer is hot, this hydrangea is also a hardy winter
plant. It can thrive in dryer areas and
needs little attention.
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