Plant Identifier
Climbing Hydrangea

Climbing Hydrangea

Schizophragma hydrangeoides

Family: HydrangeaceaeNative: Eastern Asia (Japan, Korea, China)Identified: May 10, 2025

This plant is a deciduous flowering shrub with large, ovate leaves and clusters of small white flowers that bloom in corymbs. The individual flowers are small and fertile in the center, surrounded by a few larger, sterile ray florets that resember paper like structures.

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Care instructions

Prefers partial shade to full shade. Thrives in well-drained, moist soil. Water regularly, especially during dry periods. Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead or damaged branches. Protect from harsh winter conditions.