Hydrangea Live Stakes | Hydrangea Arborescens
These Hydrangea Live Stakes, known commonly as Smooth Hydrangea (Hydrangea arborescens), will take off in just a few weeks when planted. This species is notably cold-hardy and reliable, allowing for incredibly versatile landscape design applications.
Native to the United States, this shrub is a positively attractive add to any garden. Forming absolutely massive bloom clusters, it is sure to become the star of the show.
Plant Details - Hydrangea Live Stakes (Hydrangea Arborescens)
Family: Hydrangeaceae
Light Requirement: Full Sun – Partial Shade
Water Needs: Medium
Height: 3-6 ft.
Spread: 3-6 ft.
Growth Rate: Fast
Bloom Time: Late Spring - Summer
Flower Color: White - Green
Wildlife Value: Attracts bees & butterflies, provides shelter for small critters
The incredibly large (up to 12 inches in diameter), awe-inspiring flower clusters will show for up to 2 months in the growing season. During this time, the showy blooms attract all sorts of pollinators and local critters.
When first planted, it takes some time to get established and will begin to bloom during its second year. It is tolerant of a variety of conditions and is not picky about sun exposure, harboring a slight preference towards sunnier spots. It is also known for tolerating poorer soils, but prefers to be situated in well-drained, acidic soils.
Landscape Uses and Maintenance - Hydrangea Live Stakes
When grown from live stakes, this shrub will establish quickly before your eyes. After its first season, it is important to prune the stems back significantly to at least 12 inches from the ground in the early spring. This allows new growth to push its way through on fresh wood, miraculously causing the shrub to return bigger and better.
Hydrangea Live Stakes' densely proliferating root system makes this shrub a great choice for erosion control and slope plantings as it effectively holds onto soil and moisture. This shrub can truly be planted just about anywhere to add a beautiful, inspiring focal point to your garden or landscape.
Noteworthy Characteristics of Hydrangea Arborescens
These Hydrangea Live Stakes will go on to produce some of the largest flower clusters out of all hydrangea species. From afar, these foot-long flower clusters dazzle and amaze in a cloudlike shape. Upon close inspection, you will notice the hundreds of tiny, adorable flowers that make up these showy blooms.
