Hydrangea macrophylla 'Variegata'

Also Known As

Variegated Bigleaf Hydrangea

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'
W: 6'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Hydrangea macrophylla 'Variegata' plant details

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Variegata' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous shrub with green, variegated and white foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hydrangea macrophylla 'Variegata'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: hydrangeaceae
Foliage: deciduous green, variegated and white
Mature size: 6 FT wide, 6 FT tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hydrangea macrophylla 'Variegata'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: seaside / salt
Soil needs: average and rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This attractive form of the always-nice Lace-cap Hydrangea has leaves edged in waves of cream and lighter green. PSh/M (not dry) acid: blue, alkaline: pink.

By: Forestfarm

This 'Lace Cap" hydrangea is perfect as either a garden plant (up to Zone 6) or as a potted plant for a sunroom, patio or windowsill. The stunning blooms have white outer flowers and an inner cluster of small lavender-to-blue blossoms creating a delicate yet alluring tapestry all set among variegated leaves. Flower color is related to soil acidity. Blue flowers indicate a more acid soil while lavender-pink is a result of a more alkaline soil. If grown in containers, flowers appear spring to summer, while plants grown in the ground will flower mostly in the summer. We suggest pruning right after flowering so a period of re-growth can occur to allow next years flower buds to form before dieback occurs in the winter.