Oakleaf Hydrangea

Hydrangea quercifolia

Oakleaf hydrangea is a native four-season shrub: large oak-shaped leaves, 12-inch cone-shaped flower clusters that age from white to pink to burgundy, spectacular mahogany-red fall color, and exfoliating cinnamon bark in winter.

Hardiness Zones

5-9

Sunlight

Partial Shade

Water Needs

Moderate

Maintenance

Low

Mature Size

4-8 ft H × 4-8 ft W

Growth Rate

Moderate

Bloom Season

Summer

Bloom Color

White aging to Pink/Burgundy

Care Guide

Part shade to full sun (more sun = more compact and better fall color). Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant once established (unlike bigleaf hydrangeas). Blooms on old wood — prune only after flowering if needed. 'Ruby Slippers' is a compact cultivar (3-4ft).