Gatsby Moon Hydrangea is a dense deciduous shrub with large oak-like leaves that turns burgundy in fall and exfoliating bark. Its densely packed conical panicles bloom on old wood in summer, opening as double white flowers that mature to pale green and attracting butterflies. Best bloom in part sun and rich, moist well-drained soils.
Hydrangea quercifolia is one of the species of hydrangea that acts as a pollinizer, attracting a large number of bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Songbirds eat the seeds and use the plant to nest.
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Origins: |
Southeast N. America; GA Native |
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Height: |
6' - 8' |
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Spread: |
6' - 8’ |
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Spacing: |
7’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
5 - 9 |
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Bloom Color: |
White/Green |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Medium Maintenance. Mulch soil to maintain moisture and overwinter. If pruning is needed do so after flowering. Slight susceptibility to bud blight, wilt, leaf spot, and mildew. Aphids are occasional problems.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Foundation Plantings, Hedges, Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Hibiscus, Deutzia, Host
IMAGE: Photos by Proven Winners, Gatsby Moon® Oakleaf hydrangea
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
