Hydrangea quercifolia 'Amethyst'

Also Known As

Amethyst Oakleaf Hdrangea

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'
W: 6'

planting zones

5a-10b

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Hydrangea quercifolia 'Amethyst' plant details

Hydrangea quercifolia 'Amethyst' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In summer red and white flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hydrangea quercifolia 'Amethyst'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hydrangea quercifolia 'Amethyst'

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The lovely oakleaf Hydrangea features six inch upright flower clusters which start out a soft creamy-white before turning to a glowing amethyst-burgundy (a color held even after they dry) on this compact 6' x 6' shrub, dark-green textured leaves are a intense red-purple fall color; selected by Michael Dirr. S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

Amethyst' Oak Leaf Hydrangea produces bright white blooms that age to a deep purple-red in lilac-shaped clusters. Individual flower clusters last for weeks and because they bloom at different times a single plant will often have flowers that are both red and white at the same time. Oak Leaf Hydrangeas are excellent for drying and preserving and the flowers will dry well at any age, ranging from white to pink to red.

Oakleaf Hydrangeas have large, vibrantly green leaves that are much softer and more lush than other Hydrangea species and they are lobed similar to an oak leaf. The leaves are one of the main reasons gardeners plant the species as they take on a beautiful deep red color in the fall.

By: Red Panda Nursery

A lovely hydrangea cultivar with large conical flowers. Flowers emerge in summer and begin white, aging to a nice reddish pink. Attractive oak-shaped leaves on this plant to 5ft x 5ft. Flowers are excellent in dried arrangements or left on the shrub to persist into fall. Full to part sun, though site out of hottest afternoon sun. Regular water where dry. Deciduous. Easy to grow. USDA zone 5. Hydrangeaceae

By: Cistus Nursery

This H. quercifolia starts out blooming white early in the season (July) and then turns a beautiful pink. This plant has everything large oak looking leaves followed by white flowers changing to deep pink and in November the leaves change to rich red purple.

By: Gossler Farms

Yet another first-class shrub introduced by esteemed horticulturist, Michael Dirr, this steadfast smaller-sized cultivar commands our attention. The 6 in. long, upright flowers house creamy white sepals, which darken to a luscious wine-red hue as they mature and make exceptional fresh or dried cut flowers, maintaining their rich hues. Ideal as a stand-alone or massed, easy-to-grow 'Amethyst' sports handsome, large coriaceous leaves with a spectacular fall showing of burgundy shades.

By: Digging Dog Nursery

Half the size of most other cultivars, this one shares their tough constitution and season-long appeal. Upright flowers emerge cream-colored and become a surprising wine-red color with age.

By: Heritage Seedlings

The beautiful wine-red blooms. This Oak Leaf hydrangea is one of Michael Dirr's introductions with eye popping color all year long. The panicle creamy white sterile flowers bloom in June for most areas and don't stop looking fantastic until the first hard frost. Dramatic wine red color on these large round sepals will make you stop in your tracks. Fall color on the leaves, too.

By: Hydrangeas Plus

A new compact selection from 'The' shrub expert, Michael Dirr. The 6" long creamy white flowers turn WINE-RED with age and hold that color when dried! This strong grower makes a fabulous dried flower. Fall foliage is red to reddish purple.

By: Lazy S'S Farm Nursery

A choice selection of Oakleaf Hdrangea with a compact 6' x 6' habit and in summer, 6" upward facing panicles of white flowers that age to a lovely wine red. Fall foliage color is a deep mahogany color. 12-15" plants for spring shipping.