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Scientific Name: Hydrangea macrophylla 'Yellowleaf'

Also Known As

  • Hydrangea macrophylla 'Lemon Zest'
  • Hydrangea macrophylla 'Sun Goddess'
  • Hydrangea macrophylla 'Yellow Leaf'

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4'
  • W: 4'

planting zones

  • 8a-9b

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Hydrangea macrophylla Sun Goddess™ PP12701 plant details

Hydrangea macrophylla Sun Goddess™ PP12701 is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with gold foliage. In spring blue and pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hydrangea macrophylla Sun Goddess™ PP12701

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: hydrangeaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold
Mature size: 4 FT wide, 4 FT tall
Flowers: blue and pink blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hydrangea macrophylla Sun Goddess™ PP12701

USDA Zones: 8a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: seaside / salt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Its pink flowers are yuck. But, cut them off and the bright golden foliage is fabulous. Seems to be smaller (2'x3') than many hydrangeas.
This yellow leaved plant circulates under a number of different names including 'Lemon Zest', 'Ogonba', 'Yellow Leaf' and possibly others, Blue with enough aluminum, it is not particularly free blooming and definitely on the tender side here, but the foliage does stand out in the garden.
'Sun Goddess' is also known as 'Lemon Zest' and 'Yellow Leaf' -- confirming that, indeed, this is a yellow foliage hydrangea, a shrub to 4' x 4' with mophead flowers, pink to blue (with sufficient acidity). For a bright garden accent, protect from hottest afternoon sun and provide summer moisture. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8, upper zone 7 in a protected spot.

Gardening facts about Hydrangea macrophylla Sun Goddess™ PP12701 plant

How to Grow Hydrangea macrophylla Sun Goddess™ PP12701

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • seaside / salt tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • gold
  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • blue
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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