Variegated Climbing Hydrangea

It is at its best when grown on the trunk of a tall oak tree or covering the face of a brick wall. It is a strong grower but not so aggressive that it will tare down a house or fence like many vines.

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Variegated climbing hydrangea

In early july it has flat lacy clusters of fragrant small white flowers that show up well against the glossy green leaves. Wrap the stakes with garden mesh and fill the cage loosely with clean straw. Provide winter protection for your variegated hydrangea since they are less cold hardy than some varieties.

Ideal for borders accent or mass plantings where it will add a splash of bold color to shady landscapes. A handsome variegated shrub with bright green foliage surrounded by white margins. Dan benarcik was handing out little cuttings of a fascinating variegated climbing hydrangea he introduced called firefly it was at a convention of garden writers more than 15 years ago and looking down at the little plant wrapped in plastic that i became obsessed with the variety falling in love with the stunning spring foliage of this shade loving perennial vine.

Dark green variegated foliage has yellow to creamy white margins. Firefly variegated climbing hydrangea live plant 4 inch pot newlifenurserydotnet 5 out of 5 stars 1 772 9 59 11 99 11 99 20 off favorite. Learn more about monrovia plants and best practices for best possible plant performance.

Climbing hydrangea is a woody vine that clings and climbs by attaching itself with tiny rootlets to a wall trellis or other support. Also known as hydrangea anomala ssp. Cage the hydrangea in severe winter areas.

In stock at store today. Because it flowers it can make shady locations colorful and pretty. This plant does very well in many locations especially those with lower levels of light where other vines would wither and die.

Heidi Horticulture July 2013