Where to Plant Japanese Hydrangea
The Japanese hydrangea vine (Schizophragma hydrangeoides) grows best in U.S. Department of Agriculture Plant Hardiness Zones 5 to 9, according to the Missouri Botanical Garden. The vine attains a height of up to 30 feet. Does this Spark an idea?
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Planting Location
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Plant the Japanese hydrangea vine in a location with partial to full shade. Some cultivars grow well in full sunlight. The plant prefers moist, well-draining soil with ample organic matter. It does not tolerate drought well. It requires only minimal winter time pruning to remove old, diseased or damaged stems.
Features
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The Japanese hydrangea climbs a trellis, fence or mason surface well using stem-borne adhesive rootlets. It produces heart-shaped green leaves. During the summer months, clusters of white flowers appear that measure up to 10 inches across.
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Considerations
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The growth rate of the Japanese hydrangea vine tends to be slow. For a more rapid coverage, consider spacing plants 6 to 9 feet apart, according to the Missouri Botanical Garden.
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