| Botanical Name: |
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Sister Therese' |
| Form: |
Deciduous woody shrub |
| Sun Exposure: |
Shade/Partial Shade/Full Sun |
| Height/Habit: |
3' - 5', round and bushy |
| Spread: |
6' - 8' + |
| Spacing: |
8' - 10' |
| Hardiness Zone: |
(5) 6 - 9 (-10 degrees F) flower buds not as hardy |
| Foliage Type: |
Large, broad-ovate, mid green leaves grow 4" - 8" and 2/3's as wide. |
| Flower Form: |
Small, individual 4 petaled flowers form large snowball-like inflorescences. |
| Flower Color: |
White. |
| Flowering Date: |
Summer. |
| Planting Requirements: |
Set at the same level it is at in the container, firm and water thoroughly. Soil pH does not affect the white flowering varieties. |
| Soil Requirements: |
Well drained, humus enriched soil. |
| Growth Rate: |
Moderate once established, which takes approximately 4 - 6 weeks. |
| Unique Characteristics: |
The exceptionally large, bold snowy white flowers are produced in great abundance for several weeks. The foliage is a lush green and makes an ideal backdrop for other flowering plants through-out the season. If grown in zone 5 it should be carefully located in a protected spot to flower well. This is a wonderful shrub to use in a naturalized setting, mixed border or as an informal hedge. It is easy to grow and requires little care. |
| Pruning: |
To shape if needed. Dried flowers remain on the plant to provide an interesting fall and winter display. |
| Additional Information: |
Sets buds shortly after flowering for next years flowers. Top growth may dies back entirely in northern zones, but quickly resprouts in early spring |
