Climbing Hydrangea
(Hydrangea anomala ssp. petiolaris)
Saxifragaceae (Saxifrage Family)
Hydrangea anomala ssp. petiolaris: Climbing Hydrangea
No known location near campus.
· leaves simple, opposite, deciduous, dark green with serrate margins, ovate; about 2-4” long and ½ as wide
· stem is brown with peeling bark and aerial roots for attaching to climbing surfaces
· bark on older vines continues peeling habit—very attractive
· grows to 60-80’ in height where well established; slow growth rate initially, but fast after established
· has flat-topped corymbs of flowers in late spring to early summer with sweet fragrance
· prefers fertile, moist, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade—best in part shade here