Pink Climbing Hydrangea – Schizophragma Hydrangeoides`Roseum’ – 2 Gallon Pot

Planting the Pink Climbing Hydrangea is the perfect way to soften and decorate a large wall, a tree trunk, or a fence or other structure. In early to mid-summer numerous flat flower clusters begin to appear. The center of the bloom is filled with tiny white flowers and the perimeter is composed of soft-pink to rose-colored bracts (modified leaves) that look like flowers. In our hot and humid north-central Georgia gardens the flowers open pink and then turn a pearl-white before finally drying to become a nice, contrasting beige and tan. In cooler climates, the pink bracts may persist for longer. In fall, the leaves turn a clear soft yellow and then drop to reveal reddish-brown bark that provides interest in the garden during winter. The blooms provide a pleasing contrast to the toothed, heart-shape, dark green leaves. The climbing Hydrangea won’t bloom unless it’s climbing, but its lush foliage also makes a lovely groundcover all on its own. The foliage provides cover and nesting sites for birds and small mammals. 

Spacing Suggestions:  Space 6 to 8 feet apart to cover walls

Climbing Hydrangea is easy to grow. It is not aggressive and the delicate aerial rootlets by which it clings won’t harm your walls or your trees. Climbing Hydrangea is also one of the few vines that will flower even in shade. Morning sun is tolerated but afternoon direct sun can hurt this vine. it prefers a moist but well-drained soil of average to high fertility. As with all other hydrangeas, constantly soggy soils are problematic.