Wild Hydrangea
(Hydrangea arborescens)
Other Information
Physical Characteristics
Type: Shrub
Height: 3 - 6 ft
Spread: 3 - 6 ft
Flower Color: White / Cream
Flower Time: Early Summer (May - Jul)
Fruit Type: Seed Capsule
Fruit Color: Brown / Tan
Autumn Color: Insignificant / Yellow
Sun Conditions: Part Shade
Shade Tolerance: High
Moisture Preference: Medium
Deer Resistance*: Low
Dog Safe**: No (Toxic)
Conservation Status (MD): SNR - Unranked
Other Names: Smooth Hydrangea, Sevenbark
*Deer resistance can vary based on many factors
**Always consult with a veterinarian about plants toxic to dogs and other animals
Wildlife Benefits:
Wild Hydrangea is a pollen and nectar producer for many pollinators (not if a sterile cultivar is planted). It is a larval host for the Hydrangea Sphinx Moth and the Hydrangea Leaf-Tier Moth. Some bird species may eat the seeds. Larger shrubs can provide cover for smaller wildlife.
