Plants in genus hydrangea
Hydrangea arborescens 'Haas Halo'
Hydrangea arborescens 'Haas Halo' is known for its enormous white lace-cap blooms and deep blue-green foliage. It blooms on new wood and is easy to care for, attracting pollinators and providing habitat for birds and wildlife.
Hydrangea paniculata 'Little Lamb'
Hydrangea paniculata 'Little Lamb' is a dense deciduous shrub with lambs-wool white flowers that develop a pink blush. It blooms from summer through fall and is cold hardy in USDA zones 3 to 9. This plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, with flowers that dry well for decoration.
Hydrangea macrophylla var. otaksa
Hydrangea macrophylla var. otaksa is a classic hydrangea introduced in 1862, known for its large blooms that can be pink or blue depending on soil pH. It is excellent for drying and adds a traditional touch to gardens.
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Maculata'
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Maculata' is a deciduous shrub known for its summer blooms that change color based on soil pH, appearing blue in acidic conditions and pink in alkaline. It features white-edged foliage and can grow up to 3 feet tall and 5 feet wide. This hydrangea is sensitive to cold, with bloom buds potentially damaged below 10 degrees Fahrenheit. It thrives in part sun to light shade and is a popular choice for cottage gardens and shaded areas.
Hydrangea arborescens
Hydrangea arborescens is a native flowering shrub with white, nectar-rich mop-head blooms that appear from June to September. It grows 3 to 5 feet tall and wide, making it suitable for erosion control. Preferring part shade, this hydrangea blooms on new wood, ensuring a fresh display each year.
Hydrangea serrata 'Mak20'
Hydrangea serrata 'Mak20' is a reblooming hydrangea that produces large, flat-topped blooms with double florets from late spring into fall. Its dark green foliage has finely serrated edges, turning burgundy-red-purple in autumn. The flower color varies with soil pH, and the plant grows on both new and old wood.
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Ragra'
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Ragra' is a compact ornamental shrub with large, pH-dependent flowers that bloom from early summer to fall. The blossoms range from blue to purple, depending on soil acidity, and attract pollinators with their mophead form. This mildew-resistant plant grows 2-4 feet in height and spread, thriving in partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is hardy in USDA zones 5 to 9.
Hydrangea arborescens 'Snowhill'
Hydrangea arborescens 'Snowhill' is a native species with large creamy-white snowball blooms all summer. It forms dense shrubs with deep green foliage and is easy to care for, thriving in full sun and regular moisture.
Hydrangea bifida
Hydrangea bifida is a relative of the hydrangea, native to the mountain woodlands of Japan. It forms a 2-foot tall clump with rough-textured, bi-lobed leaves and white flowers resembling miniature hydrangea florets. The leaves are edible when cooked, adding a unique culinary aspect to this ornamental plant.