August 1996
Foliage: Deciduous broadleaf
Height: Climbs 60 to 80 feet
Shape: Spreading
An excellent landscape vine with glossy, dark green foliage and large, flat-topped flower clusters in summer which last two or more weeks.
Zone: 5 to 7
Light: Partial shade to full sun
Moisture: Moist
Soil Type: Sandy, loam, or clay
pH Range: 3.7 to 7.0
Suggested uses for this plant include climbing vine and screen when given sturdy support.
Difficult to establish. However, once
roots become well established, growth is quite
vigorous.
Requires well-drained soil. Water thoroughly
until established.
Eastern or northern exposures will provide
protection from harsh winter winds, as well as,
hot, dry summer conditions.
Provide sturdy support for this vine which
clings and climbs with its root-like
projections.
Easy to maintain once established.
No serious pests.
Consult local sources, including historic or public gardens and arboreta, regarding cultivars and related species that grow well in your area.
Related species:
HYDRANGEA ANOMALA differs in leaf size and
flower clusters, which are smaller and appear to
be floppy. Probably not as hardy as the
subspecies PETIOLARIS.
An excellent landscape vine with very showy,
flat-topped flower clusters in summer.
A wonderful choice for climbing on brick and
stone buildings.
HYDRANGEA PETIOLARIS is this plant's previous
name and it will probably be known as such for
many years to come.
The following Extension publications are
available through your local Extension office or
directly from:
Virginia Tech
Extension Distribution Center
112 Landsdowne St.
Blacksburg, VA 24061
#426-608 "Selecting Landscape Plants - Ornamental
Vines
This material was developed by Carol Ness as part of the
Interactive Design and Development Project funded by the Kellogg
Foundation. Mary Miller, Project Director. Diane Relf, Content
Specialist, Horticulture. Copyright 1989 by VCE.