Hydrangea Arborescens For Sale | Snowhill

Hydrangea arborescens 'Snowhill' is a beautiful native to eastern USA. Naturally, it prefers rocky, wooded ravines, stream banks and bluffs that maintain moist soils. The scientific name of this plant is derived from the Latin word for water vessel, which pays homage to the cup-like form of the seed pod.

Individuals can grow up to the 5 ft tall and 3 ft wide. This plant develops strikingly vibrant green leaves that are textured with deep veins and fine hairs. The flowers of this particular hydrangea’s are not affected by soil pH, unlike many other hydrangeas, and they remain a soft creamy white color when mature.

Plant Details - Hydrangea Arborescens (Snowhill)

Family: Hydrangeaceae

Hardiness Zones: 3–8

Light Requirement: Partial shade to full sun

Water Needs: Moderate

Height: 3 - 5 ft

Spread: 3 - 5 ft

Growth Rate: Medium to fast

Bloom Time: Early summer to early fall

Flower Color: Creamy white

Wildlife Value: High Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

This plant produces beautiful creamy white clustered plumes of flowers starting from early summer. When the flowers first begin to form, they are lime green in color and slowly transform into bright creamy white blooms.

When mature, the flower clusters are reminiscent of clouds as they are rounded, and bubbly. Not only are the flowers beautiful, the seed capsules that develop after blooming remain throughout the winter adding yet another ornamental element to the plant.

The Hydrangea arborescens 'Snowhill' can be planted as an individual or in mass and makes a useful addition to the garden to support pollinators. This showy shrub is versatile and can be added to a mixed shrub border or planted with other individuals as a lawn focal point.

Landscape Uses and Maintenance - Hydrangea Arborescens Plants

They prefer moist, well-drained soil with a neutral to acidic pH. However, it will grow across of range of soil types. This plant will tolerate warm climates but is also cold hardy and will survive through the winter of freezing temperatures.

If the plant is kept moist, it can tolerate being planted in an area of direct sunlight. However, it mainly prefers partial shade conditions.

While relatively easy to grow, this plant is susceptible to diseases like powdery mildew, rust leaf spot and slugs. However, with care and attention, these problems can be easily managed for vigorous and vivacious plant growth and flower production.

This Is How Your Plants Will Look upon Delivery

Bloom Season

Summer

Bloom/Foliage Color

White

Height at Maturity

Under 10 Feet

Care

Snow Hill Hydrangea thrives in well-drained soil with regular watering. Trim in late winter or early spring to stimulate healthy growth and abundant blooms. Mulch near the ground to maintain moisture and control weeds. Fertilize with a balanced formula in early spring.

Plant Reproduction

Snow Hill Hydrangea spreads via underground rhizomes, forming clumps.

How to Grow and Care for Bare Root Shrubs

Bare root shrubs are a budget-friendly and efficient way to plant during the cooler months when they’re dormant. Before planting, soak the roots in water for 3–6 hours to rehydrate them. Choose a site with the appropriate light exposure for the species—most flowering shrubs prefer full to partial sun. Dig a hole wide enough to spread out the roots and deep enough so the crown (where the roots meet the stems) sits level with the soil surface.

Mound a bit of soil at the bottom of the hole, spread the roots over it, and backfill with native soil while gently firming it to remove air pockets. Water deeply after planting to settle the roots. Keep the soil moist but not soggy during the first growing season to encourage healthy establishment.

Mulch around the base (not touching the stems) to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Prune lightly to remove any broken branches and to shape after the first flush of growth. With minimal care, bare root shrubs will leaf out beautifully and grow into reliable, long-term landscape anchors.

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