Hydrangea quercifolia Snow Queen
Hydrangea quercifolia Snow Queen
Hydrangea quercifolia Snow Queen
Hydrangea quercifolia Snow Queen
Hydrangea quercifolia Snow Queen
Hydrangea quercifolia Snow Queen
Hydrangea quercifolia Snow Queen
Hydrangea quercifolia Snow Queen
Hydrangea quercifolia Snow Queen
Hydrangea quercifolia Snow Queen
Hydrangea quercifolia Snow Queen
Oakleaf Hydrangea, Oak-leaved Hydrangea
The plant arrived well wrapped and so did not suffer during its journey. Quite a few leaves were drooping, which is nothing unusual in winter, and some, in particular, were covered in small black spots ringed with red. I took advantage of the milder spell to plant it in good clay-loam soil; we shall see what it does in spring.
Ossau2008, 12/01/2026
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Description
The Snow Queen variety of the Hydrangea quercifolia is a type of oakleaf hydrangea that blooms with dense clusters of single flowers in the middle of summer, ranging in colour from anise white to white and then deep pink over several weeks. Its large and beautifully shaped leaves turn into stunning colours during autumn. This compact selection has strong stems that are more resistant to wind and rain. Quercifolia hydrangeas are not picky about soil and humidity, and they thrive in sun or partial shade in most deep soils while tolerating heat well.
The Hydrangea quercifolia belongs to the Hydrangea family and is primarily native to the southwest United States, particularly the Mississippi Valley. It is a large deciduous shrub that can grow up to 4 m (13 ft) in height in its natural habitat and can spread through suckers to a width of up to 3.50 m (11 ft 6 in). The shrub is known for its large lobed leaves that resemble oak leaves. It is highly admired for its stunning autumn colours and large upright white panicles of small powdery fertile flowers surrounded by larger sterile ones. As a garden plant, it is one of the easiest hydrangeas to grow since it is hardy beyond -20°C, can tolerate some limestone in the soil, and can handle heat and dry conditions in summer due to its deep root system.
The Hydrangea quercifolia 'Snow Queen' is a cultivar that was selected by Bill Flemer in 1979. It differs from the species due to its more modest growth, stronger stems, and abundant flowering. The growth rate is moderate, reaching approximately 1.50 m (4 ft 11 in) in all directions by the age of 10 years. When fully mature, it can measure 2 m (6 ft 7 in) in height and 1.50 m (4 ft 11 in) in width. One of its most significant advantages is its abundant and early flowering, which starts in July, making it one of the earliest hydrangeas to bloom. Its curved white panicles are pretty and measure 20-25 cm (7.9 - 9.8 in) in length with a hint of anise white. These panicles turn a pale pinkish-purple in autumn. The 'Snow Queen' foliage is deciduous, appearing in spring and falling around November. The buds and young leaves are covered in grey velvet, and the summer foliage is medium to dark green, consisting of large leaves divided into 5 deep lobes with roughly toothed edges. Towards the end of the season, the foliage takes on beautiful red and brown hues as the evenings cool down.
The hydrangea quercifolia Snow Queen thrives in sunny locations that enhance its autumn colours. However, it's best to provide dappled light through the foliage in hot climates. This plant is versatile and can be used in borders, as a standalone specimen in a small garden along a pathway or in a free-form hedge. It pairs well with other hydrangeas, Nandina, Mexican orange blossom, purple barberry, or even the deciduous winged spindle Euonymus alatus Compactus, which takes on sumptuous autumn colours. Its combination with amaranths (Amaranthus Velvet Curtains) and hastate vervains (Verbena hastata Rosea) is stunning.
Hydrangea quercifolia Snow Queen in pictures
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Hydrangea
quercifolia
Snow Queen
Hydrangeaceae
Oakleaf Hydrangea, Oak-leaved Hydrangea
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
The Snow Queen hydrangea needs sunlight to develop its autumn colours. However, it cannot tolerate excessive heat. Therefore, it's best to plant it in a spot that receives morning sun or shade from a large tree during the hottest hours. This is especially important in areas that are very sunny and hot. The plant prefers neutral to acidic soil that is rich in humus. It can tolerate limestone soil, but you must take extra care when planting it by filling the hole with a mixture of leaf compost and loam.
Digging the soil well before planting is also recommended because the plant's root system grows downward to seek moisture. You can promote plant growth by adding an excellent base fertiliser such as blood, fish and bone. This will give the plant nutrients without the risk of burning the roots. If your soil tends to dry in the summer, create a surface watering basin and mulch the base of the plant. Once the plant is well-established, you won't need to water it during the summer except in particularly dry areas or during drought. If this is the case, the plant will appreciate abundant watering weekly or every two weeks. At the end of summer, it's advisable not to cut the dry flower heads because they protect the terminal shoots of the branches in winter. You can cut all the dry flowers at the end of February or when the weather warms up, but be aware that the spring growth of the plant begins quite late.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a (East Coast and Midlands: Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny, Portlaoise). It will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the north-west (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal, Westport), delay planting by 1 to 2 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 1 to 2 weeks in autumn compared to the dates given, preferably choosing periods without strong winds.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (Wicklow Mountains, Macgillycuddy’s Reeks, Connemara, Killarney), it is best to plant in spring (April–May) or autumn (September–October), avoiding periods of waterlogged soil in winter and strong winds, which pose the main risk to newly planted trees in these areas.
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a, such as the East Coast and Midlands, including Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny and Portlaoise.
This will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the northwest (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal and Westport), it will be delayed by one to two weeks compared to the given dates, due to stronger Atlantic winds and less spring sunshine.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (the Wicklow Mountains, the Macgillycuddy's Reeks, Connemara and Killarney), flowering will be delayed by two to three weeks. Flowering mainly occurs between May and July, with the limiting factors being less frost and more of the excessive humidity, strong winds and lack of sunshine that are characteristic of these areas.
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