Pee Wee Oakleaf Hydrangea

Add charm and seasonal interest to your garden with Pee Wee Oakleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea quercifolia ‘Pee Wee’). This compact variety of oakleaf hydrangea features cone-shaped flower clusters that bloom in creamy white during summer and mature to a soft pink. Its distinctive oak-shaped foliage adds texture and turns vibrant shades of red, burgundy, and bronze in the fall. Perfect for smaller gardens, borders, or foundation plantings, Pee Wee Oakleaf Hydrangea offers year-round beauty in a manageable size.

Key Features:

• Showy Blooms: Cone-shaped flower clusters transition from creamy white to soft pink as they age.
• Compact Size: Grows 3-4 feet tall and wide, ideal for small gardens, borders, or containers.
• Seasonal Foliage: Textured oak-shaped leaves turn stunning red and burgundy shades in the fall.
• Long Bloom Season: Blooms from early summer to late summer, adding months of beauty.
• Shade Tolerant: Thrives in partial to full shade, perfect for woodland gardens or shaded areas.
• Pollinator-Friendly: Attracts bees and butterflies, supporting a healthy garden ecosystem.
• Low Maintenance: Hardy, easy to grow, and suitable for gardeners of all skill levels.

Care Tips:

• Plant in well-drained soil with partial to full shade for optimal growth and flowering.
• Water regularly, especially during dry spells, to keep the soil evenly moist.
• Mulch around the base to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.
• Prune lightly after blooming to maintain shape and remove spent flowers.

Whether you’re enhancing a shaded border, adding texture to a foundation planting, or looking for a compact shrub with year-round appeal, Pee Wee Oakleaf Hydrangea is a versatile and stunning addition to your landscape. Its manageable size and dynamic beauty make it a garden favorite!