Climbing hydrangea 3L

Climbing hydrangea – a unique ornamental climber for shady places

Climbing hydrangea (Hydrangea petiolaris) is an elegant ornamental plant that is perfect as a climber on walls, pergolas or fences. Thanks to its showy leaves and white flowers, it is appreciated in gardens around the world. Native to Asia, this versatile plant is an ideal choice for shady and semi-shaded locations.

Characteristics of the climbing hydrangea

List

• Appearance: Ovoid, green, with a slightly shiny surface.
• Autumn discoloration: The leaves take on yellow hues, which adds to the charm of the plant also outside the flowering season.

Flowers

• Flowering time: June to July.
• Inflorescences: Flat, umbel-shaped, up to 25 cm in diameter.
• Color: White or cream flowers that attract bees and other pollinating insects.

Rise

• Plant type: A climber that grows up to 10-20 meters in height.
• Adhesion: It climbs with the help of adventitious roots, which allows it to adhere stably to supports.

Growing climbing hydrangeas

Position

• It grows best in shady and semi-shaded places.
• In full shade, it retains healthy, dark green leaves and abundant flowering.

Soil

• It likes fertile, humus and moist soils, but well-drained.
• It prefers slightly acidic to neutral soils.

Watering

• Regular watering is essential, especially during periods of drought.

Care

• Pruning: It does not require heavy pruning, but you can prune in early spring to remove damaged shoots and control growth.
• Fertilizing: It is a good idea to use compound fertilizers in the spring to promote healthy growth and abundant flowering.

The use of climbing hydrangea

As a creeper

• Ideal for decorating the walls of buildings, fences, gazebos or pergolas.
• Thanks to its adventitious roots, it climbs even on smooth surfaces.

As a ground cover

• It can act as a ground cover if it is not supported. It perfectly covers the soil surface.

In shady places

• Climbing hydrangea does well in places with limited access to light, which makes it irreplaceable in shady corners of the garden.

Plant Specifications

• Flower pot: 3 liters
• Age: 2 years old
• Frost resistance: Yes