Alice Oakleaf Hydrangea

Alice Oakleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea quercifolia 'Alice')Alice Oakleaf Hydrangea is a robust, large-scale oakleaf selection with bold, lobed foliage, showy white cone-shaped blooms that age to blush pink, and outstanding burgundy-red fall color; exfoliating bark adds winter interest for four-season appeal in mixed borders and foundation plantings.Distinctive FeaturesHuge, upright panicles (often 10 to 14 in) emerge ivory and deepen to pink, while handsome, deeply cut leaves turn rich wine-red in fall and textured, peeling stems provide striking winter character.Growing ConditionsPlant in fertile, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil; give morning sun with afternoon shade or bright dappled light to maximize bloom and leaf quality. Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade; best with morning sun and afternoon shade in hotter regions. Soil: Loamy, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter; avoid waterlogged sites....