Buy Hydrangea serrata 'Chishima'

Also Known As

Hydrangea serrata 'Shishiva'
Chishima Japanese Hydrangea

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'-5'
W: 3'-5'

planting zones

5a-9b

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1 year old bagged root ball | $14.95

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2 year old bagged root ball | $25.95

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4 inch pot | $18

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Hydrangea serrata 'Chishima' plant details

Hydrangea serrata 'Chishima' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In summer blue and pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hydrangea serrata 'Chishima'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: hydrangeaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: blue and pink blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, dried-arrangements, fall color, long-blooming, unique, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hydrangea serrata 'Chishima'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Large soft-pink sterile flowers surrounding a deep pink center of tiny fertile flowers make a delightful contrast on this pretty lacecap. Compact dense growth of emerald-green leaves on this very lovely 3-5' Japanese selection make a nice backdrop to the blooms. The soil must ne alkaline to get the desired pink color, acid soils will result in a purple/blue. PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

Unique serrata with many names We purchased this speciman under two different names from different sources but it's unique leaf structure tipped us off that they were one and the same. Chishima translates to Kuril. This is a group of islands with heavily disputed ownership between Japan and Russia. You history buffs may want to investigate many of the WW2 treaties and see if you can figure out who has claim! It also has the name of Shishiva but regardless of the name, it is really cool! Bright pink colors so far, probably the brightest we've seen on a serrata. We are still testing its pH sensitivity. What I love most about this serrata is the leaves! They have a slight turn or curl under and makes for an unusual habit. USDA Zone 4

By: Secret Garden Growers

Unique serrata with many names. We purchased this speciman under two different names from different sources but it's unique leaf structure tipped us off that they were one and the same. Chishima translates to Kuril. This is a group of islands with heavily disputed ownership between Japan and Russia. You history buffs may want to investigate many of the WWII treaties and see if you can figure out who has claim! It also has the name of Shishiva but regardless of the name, it is really cool! Bright pink colors so far, probably the brightest we've seen on a serrata. We are still testing its pH sensitivity. What I love most about this serrata is the leaves! They have a slight turn or curl under and makes for an unusual habit.

By: Hydrangeas Plus

Heads of deep pink fertile flowers surrounded by large round light pink sterile flowers, this lacecap shows tremendous contrast and is a standout in the garden.

By: Arrowhead Alpines

Japanese lacecap darker pink fertile flowers surrounded by light pink to form pleasing contrast. darker

By: Whitman Farms

Has been sold incorrectly as ‘Shashiva’ this a beauty regardless of the name. Large, light pink, round sterile flowers surround flat lace-cap blooms. The inner fertile blooms are relatively large and a deeper pink creating a wonderful contrast. Very excellent!