Climbing Hydrangea

Climbing Hydrangea

Hydrangea petiolaris

A climbing vine valued for its seasonal interest and effective coverage of trellises, fences, and structures.

  • The centre of the cluster has tiny airy fertile white flowers
  • Outer ring consists of flat four-petalled sterile florets
  • Glossy heart-shaped leaves
  • Red-brown bark on mature stems exfoliates for winter interest
  • Self-clinging habit is great on trees and buildings
  • Slow to establish
  • Commonly used for screening
  • Grows best in full sun to shade to partial shade
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Plant Characteristics

Sunlight
Full sun, Partial shade, Shade
Soil Moisture
Moist, Average, Well-drained
Hardiness Zone
4 – 4
Mature Height (meters)
8.0 – 10.0
Mature Spread (meters)
8.0 – 10.0
Growth Rate
Slow
Flower Colour
White
Foliage Colour
Green
Fall Colour
Yellow
Bloom Time
Summer
Habit
Spreading
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Pollinator Friendly
Fragrant
Landscape Uses
Screening
Growing & Maintenance Tips
Climbing hydrangea grow best in average to moist, well-drained soil, in full sun or shade. Consistent moisture, dappled shade and protection from hot afternoon sun is recommended. Little maintenance is required because of its slow growth habit. If shaping is required, do so in late winter.
Notes
Also referred to as Japanese Climbing Hydrangea. The botanical name for Climbing Hydrangea has been updated from Hydrangea anomala petiolaris to Hydrangea petiolaris.

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