Oak Leaf Hydrangea

One of the most unique (and sizable) Hydrangeas. The Alice Oakleaf is in a league of its own, with month-to-month visual interest you'll love. Richly-hued blooms give way to fall tones in autumn. So, whether you use your Alice as a foundation planting or eye-catching border along your patio, it makes a statement. Plus, one-of-a-kind flowers and shapely foliage lend even more good looks. This Hydrangea's flowers bloom in white and pink as they mature, while large leaves shine in rich purple and red in the fall. As cold weather sets in, winter texture on Alice's branches emerge for benefits that last year-round. Best of all you get a proven performer with no serious pest or disease issues. Depending on the growing conditions it can reach 5 to 12 feet tall and wide.

Planting Instructions - Dig your planting hole twice the diameter of the root ball. You should dig the hole so that once planted it will be at the same level in the ground as it was in its container. Before you place it into its hole, you should loosen the soil around the outside of the root ball. This will help the roots to spread more easily once it is planted. Place your shrub into the hole. Back-fill the hole with soil and pack it down firmly. Water well to help get rid of air pockets in the soil. Add a layer of mulch to your newly planted shrub. This will help the soil to conserve moisture.