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Buy Hydrangea macrophylla 'Libelle'

Also Known As

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Teller White'
Libelle Bigleaf Hydrangea
Teller White Lacecap Hydrangea

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Hydrangea macrophylla 'Libelle' plant details

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Libelle' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In summer blue and white 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. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hydrangea macrophylla 'Libelle'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: hydrangeaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: blue and white blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, dried-arrangements, long-blooming, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hydrangea macrophylla 'Libelle'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly 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

In the U.S. it's called Teller White. ‘Libelle’ is a remarkable low profiled hydrangea with glossy, green, and tapered leaves that provide a background for the snow white blooms with cupped petals. These sterile flowers are loosely arranged among the multi-colored fertile center flowers. This highly valued white lacecap makes a statement of its own, especially when used in conjunction with hydrangeas of contrasting colors.

By: Secret Garden Growers

Libelle is a remarkable low profiled hydrangea with glossy, green, and tapered leaves that provide a background for the snow white blooms with cupped petals. These sterile flowers are loosely arranged among the multi-colored fertile center flowers. This highly valued white lacecap makes a statement of its own, especially when used in conjunction with hydrangeas of contrasting colors.