Variety traits
Inflorescence of Oak-leaf Hydrangea
Hydrangea quercifolia W. Bartram
The inflorescence is a pyramidal-conical panicle 10 to 35 cm in length, consisting of large sterile and small fertile flowers. It forms on the previous year's wood, which requires caution during pruning.
In the reference 36 varieties crop Oakleaf hydrangea, where this is mentioned in the description.
The inflorescence of the oak-leaf hydrangea is shaped like a pyramidal-conical panicle. The size of the inflorescence varies from 10 to 35 cm: compact varieties have a length of about 10 cm, while large ones reach 25–35 cm. The structure of the inflorescence includes small fertile flowers and large sterile flowers 2.5–3.5 cm in diameter, which provide ornamental value.
Flowering begins in June–July, with the inflorescences changing color from creamy white to pink or reddish shades as they fade. Inflorescence formation occurs exclusively on the previous year's wood, so improper pruning leads to a lack of flowering. Large inflorescences can create excessive weight on the shoots, which requires consideration of their strength when selecting a variety.
General information about the subject — on the page Inflorescence.
Varieties of Oakleaf hydrangea mentioned in the description
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