Hydrangea, Oak Leaf

Hydrangea quercifolia

Oakleaf hydrangea with cone-shaped white summer blooms, exfoliating bark, and wine fall color. Best Texas hydrangea for heat.

Landscape use

Shade borders, woodland edges, foundations, native-leaning gardens.

Morning sun or bright shade. Mulch and even moisture. Blooms on old wood — prune right after flowering only.