.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Climbing Hydrangea Espalier, Trellis, or Staked Hydrangea petiolaris Espalier Description A vigorous deciduous climber with white, lacecap-like blossoms and large, rich green foliage. It thrives on walls, trellises, or staked support, providing lush coverage. This plant is known for its fragrant flowers and attractive bark in winter. Suggested Uses Ideal for creating feature walls, privacy screens, or decorative garden accents. Suitable for shade gardens and partial sunlight areas. Plant Details Botanical Name: Climbing Hydrangea petiolaris Common Name: Climbing Hydrangea Size & Growth: Typically 15-30 ft tall and wide; slow to moderate growth rate Hardiness Zones: 4-8 Foliage Type: Deciduous Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer Growth Rate: Slow to moderate Light Requirements: Part shade to full shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes, with support Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Non-toxic Fragrant: Yes Cut Flower: Yes Grows Well With: Shade-loving perennials and shrubs Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil with support structures for climbing, in a shaded to partially shaded location. Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Soil Type: Rich, well-drained loamy soil Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity levels Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to shape and remove dead or weak growth. Winter Care: Mulch around roots and protect with burlap in colder zones. Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery container. Fertilization: Feed with a balanced fertilizer in spring and summer. Special Care: Keep roots cool and protected; avoid water stress during droughts.
