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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
The PGNE Oak Advantage
Oak trees are a long-term investment in strength, structure, and lasting beauty. At Pro Growers of New England, our oaks are grown locally and selected specifically for performance in New England’s soil and climate conditions. Each tree is carefully maintained to develop strong root systems and balanced branching before it ever leaves the nursery.
Unlike trees shipped long distances in confined packaging, our oaks are properly spaced and hardened on-site. We welcome customers to visit the nursery, walk through our inventory, and inspect the structure, caliper, and overall health firsthand — ensuring you know exactly what you’re planting.
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Jonathan Berenson
Showed up on time and planted it perfectly. I indicated a light we had to illuminate it and they placed it for optimal lighting. Worked fast and left a clean worksite. First rate!
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Jon Kenyon
Really great website, communication and installation. Very happy customer and would recommend them.
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They delivered three trees: a big linden, a big poplar and a little spice bush with install on the big trees. The install guys were great and professional and fast. All the trees looked good with minimal damage.
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Joseph Sico
I went up there today from Quincy MA to pick up two Blue Wichita Junipers and they were absolutely beautiful. Thank you, Chris and everybody from Pro Growers of New England!
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Aileen Maconi
The plants are beautiful and all 13 were consistent in height and width. And at a fraction of the cost of other garden centers. Having the team that delivered them do the planting was one of the best values I can think of. They did a great job from start to finish and even helped me with my watering system which they didn’t have to do!