Oakleaf Hydrangeas (Hydrangea quercifolia) are a popular shrub-type hydrangea that thrives in Texas’s shade with large, oak-shaped leaves that are 4-12 inches long. These plants produce beautiful, cone-shaped clusters of bright white flowers that age to pink and then brown in fall. They are well-suited to the climate, producing beautiful white blooms in the summer months that change to a stunning deep red hue come fall.
Garden experts recommend pruning them immediately after they bloom to encourage robust growth and beautiful blooms. On warmer Texas days, they can grow to an average height of 8 feet, with smaller compact varieties growing between 3 and 4 feet tall. Proper care, including daily watering until established, morning sun, and partial shade, is essential for the growth of oakleaf hydrangeas.
The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center focuses on protecting and preserving North America’s native plants through native plant lists and images. Oakleaf hydrangeas can tolerate more alkalinity than other hydrangeas, making them the only variety that grows here in Central Texas. The shrub is 4-6 ft. tall and 5-7 ft. wide, adapted to the eastern half of Texas.
In order to enjoy the beauty of oakleaf hydrangeas, it is important to plant them in an area that can accommodate their full size. Hydrangeas require shade and moisture, making them perfect for humid areas of Texas where soils are acidic.
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