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Hydrangea petiolaris (Climbing hydrangea)
1 hour care
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12m
Max height
Max height
4m
Max spread
Max spread
10-20 years
To maturity
To maturity
Plant details
Botanical name
Hydrangea petiolaris
Other names
Climbing hydrangea
Genus
Hydrangea Hydrangea
Species
H. petiolaris - H. petiolaris is a climbing, self-clinging deciduous perennial forming white lacecap-style hydrangea flowers in summer. Ideal for a shady north wall.
Hydrangea petiolaris is: Deciduous
Fragrance
The flowers have a lovely perfume, particularly in the evening.
Habit
Climbing, Twining
Awards
RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit)
Flower
White in Summer
Foliage
Green in Summer; Yellow in Autumn
How to care
Watch out for
General care
Propagation methods
Semi-hardwood cuttings
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Where to grow
Hydrangea petiolaris (Climbing hydrangea) will reach a height of 12m and a spread of 4m after 10-20 years.
Suggested uses
City, Containers, Wallside and trellises
Cultivation
A vigorous plant that needs a lot of space. It is best grown against a large tree or wall for the plant to attach to. Soil should be moist but well-drained with plenty of organic matter added.
Soil type
Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types)
Soil drainage
Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Light
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Aspect
North, South, East, West
Exposure
Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Hardy (H4)
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Botanical name
Hydrangea petiolaris
Other names
Climbing hydrangea
Genus
Hydrangea Hydrangea
Species
H. petiolaris - H. petiolaris is a climbing, self-clinging deciduous perennial forming white lacecap-style hydrangea flowers in summer. Ideal for a shady north wall.
Foliage
Deciduous
Fragrance
The flowers have a lovely perfume, particularly in the evening.
Habit
Climbing, Twining
Awards
RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit)
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Colour
Flower
White in Summer
Foliage
Green in Summer; Yellow in Autumn
General care
Propagation methods
Semi-hardwood cuttings
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Where to grow
Hydrangea petiolaris (Climbing hydrangea) will reach a height of 12m and a spread of 4m after 10-20 years.
Suggested uses
City, Containers, Wallside and trellises
Cultivation
A vigorous plant that needs a lot of space. It is best grown against a large tree or wall for the plant to attach to. Soil should be moist but well-drained with plenty of organic matter added.
Soil type
Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types)
Soil drainage
Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Light
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Aspect
North, South, East, West
Exposure
Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Hardy (H4)
USDA zones
Zone 5, Zone 4, Zone 3
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| Light: | Partial Shade, Full Sun | Tell us... |
| Aspect: | North, South, East, West | Tell us... |
| Exposure: | Exposed, Sheltered | Tell us... |
| Hardiness: | Hardy (H4) | Tell us... |
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