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Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4'-5'
  • W: 3'-5'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Hydrangea macrophylla 'Lemon Wave' plant details

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Lemon Wave' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous shrub with gold, green, variegated and white foliage. In summer lavender and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hydrangea macrophylla 'Lemon Wave'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: hydrangeaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold, green, variegated and white
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: lavender and white blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, unique, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hydrangea macrophylla 'Lemon Wave'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

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Gardening facts about Hydrangea macrophylla 'Lemon Wave' plant

How to Grow Hydrangea macrophylla 'Lemon Wave'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • gold
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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