Hydrangea quercifolia 'Alice'
Alice Oakleaf Hydrangea
This native oakleaf hydrangea was selected for 10-14" long flower heads with creamy white, flowers that age to pink-rose. Flowering occurs from late May through early June or June through July, depending on location. The fragrant flowers provide early-season pollen and nectar for pollinators. Flowers persist for many weeks after emerging and remain attractive. It has handsome dark green foliage that turns burgundy-red in fall. As plants age the bark starts to peel back and is very ornamental.
- Native deciduous hydrangea shrub
- Numerous, large white flower heads in summer
- Oak-shaped leaves with vibrant red fall foliage
Habit
| • | Upright |
Growth Rate
| • | Moderate |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Summer |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Attributes
| • | Border or Bed |
| • | Cut Flower/Foliage |
| • | Disease Resistant |
| • | Fall Color |
| • | Focal Point |
| • | Great Foliage |
| • | Heat Tolerant |
| • | Low Maintenance |
| • | Native |
| • | Naturalizing |
| • | Specimen |
| • | Summer Bloomer |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Hydrangea quercifolia 'Alice'
Plant in moist, fertile, well-drained soil. Will flower in full sun to part shade. Stems and flower buds may be injured when temperatures deop below -10°. Flowers on old wood. Mulch to keep soil moist and cool.