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Snow Queen Oakleaf Hydrangea
Snow Queen Oakleaf Hydrangea
$44.25
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| 1–3 | — | $44.25 ea |
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| 4-9 | 5% off | $42.04 ea |
| 10-19 | 10% off | $39.82 ea |
| 20+ | 15% off | $37.61 ea |
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Hydrangea quercifolia 'Snow Queen'
Choose Snow Queen if you want a native hydrangea with upright white blooms, bold leaves, and strong fall color near a foundation or woodland edge. The tradeoff: it is a sizable shrub, not a tight little front-row plant.
Buy This If
- You want native hydrangea texture.
- You value fall leaf color.
- You have room for its shape.
Skip This If
- You need a compact hydrangea.
- You want blue flowers.
- You plan to shear it.
PGNE Report Card
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | A- | The bold foliage, upright blooms, and fall color give it real presence through more than one season. |
| Growth Rate | B | It fills in at a manageable pace without needing constant correction. |
| Maintenance | B | Prune lightly after flowering and give it room so you are not fighting its natural shape. |
| Deer Resistance | C | Hydrangeas aren't deer-resistant, but they aren't a deer favorite either. Deer may nibble tender new growth and flower buds, so protect plants where deer pressure is heavy. |
| Small Space Fit | C | Its natural spread makes it a poor fit for narrow walks, tight entries, or tiny beds. |
| Screening Value | C+ | It can soften views and add bulk, but it is not the plant for a dense formal screen. |
Our Experience
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend Snow Queen where the shrub can keep its natural outline. Do not tuck it into a tight foundation gap; give it room and it looks much cleaner.
Plant Facts
| Mature Height | 5 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 5 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 5a-9b |
| Spacing | 5.5 ft |
| Sun | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Moisture | Dry to average |
| Growth Habit | Upright, rounded |
Customers Usually Ask
Will the flowers flop?
Snow Queen is selected for more upright blooms, but heavy rain can still bend flower heads.
Can I plant it by the house?
Yes, if the bed has enough depth; keep it out of cramped corners and under low windows.
Does it need blue hydrangea soil?
No, this is an oakleaf hydrangea; the white flowers are not changed by soil acidity.
Why buy for fall color
- See the actual color before you buy it
- Foliage, berries and late bloom — all three seasons of interest
- Fall planting means roots established before winter
Locally grown for New England conditions
Every plant in our Fall Sale is grown or hardened off right here in New Hampshire, so it's already acclimated to New England winters before it ever leaves our nursery.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-32045
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