Chiri-san Sue Mountain Hydrangea
Hydrangea serrata 'Chiri-san Sue'
Full shade, Partial shade
Needs regular watering to maintain consistently moist soil.
THIS PLANT MAY BE AVAILABLE IN THESE STORES:
Due to the seasonal nature of plants, availability at your local garden center is not guaranteed. Give them a call before visiting.
- 101 Market
8980 Quantrelle Ave. N.e. Otsego MN 55330
- 14th Street Garden Center
793 Jersey Ave. Jersey City NJ 07303
- 3rd Avenue Floral & Greenhouse
1110 3rd Ave. West Dickinson ND 58601
- 4 Ever Green Ldsp. & Dgn
21457 214th Circle Ave Milford IA 51351
Lore | It is often disputed whether Hydrangea serrata is a variety of H. macrophylla, or vice-versa, it is agreed that it is a much hardier species with the ability to bloom on new wood, which in hand makes it highly adaptable to varied climates. |
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Average Size at Maturity | Slow to moderate growth to 4 ft. tall and wide. |
Bloom Time | Summer |
Deciduous/ Evergreen | Deciduous |
Flower Attribute | Flowers for Cutting, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers |
Flower Color | Blue |
Foliage Color | Green |
Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Cottage, Rustic |
Growth Habit | Rounded |
Growth Rate | Moderate |
Landscape Use | Border, Hedge, Specimen, Woodland Garden, Cutting Garden, Wildlife Garden, Urban Garden |
Light Needs | Full shade, Partial shade |
Special Feature | Attracts Butterflies, Easy Care, Gift Plant, Shade Loving, Tolerates Acidic Soil |
Water Needs | High |
Watering Needs | Needs regular watering to maintain consistently moist soil. |
Companion Plants | Arborvitae (Thuja); Azalea (Azalea); Boxwood (Buxus); Camellia (Camellia); Japanese Maple (Acer) |
Best grown in moisture retentive, well-drained soil. Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Mulch to keep the root zone cool. Prune spent flowers to promote repeat bloom.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 7-9

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