Overview
Hydrangea paniculata 'Silver Dollar' is a shrub, climber deciduous shrub in the genus Hydrangea, part of the Hydrangeaceae family, with deciduous, evergreen (in mild climates) foliage. It typically grows around 4.0 m tall. Hydrangea paniculata 'Silver Dollar' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include garden borders, hedging and specimen plant. It is native to Southern and eastern China, Korea, Japan and Russia (Sakhalin).
About
Hydrangea paniculata, or panicled hydrangea, is a species of flowering plant in the family Hydrangeaceae native to southern and eastern China, Korea, Japan and Russia (Sakhalin). It was first formally described by Philipp Franz von Siebold in 1829.
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About the genus
Hydrangea is a genus of more than 70 species of flowering plants native to Asia and the Americas. Hydrangea is also used as the common name for the genus; some are also often called hortensia. The genus was first described from Virginia in North America, but by far the greatest species diversity is in eastern Asia, notably China, Korea, and Japan.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Hydrangea
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral, Alkaline
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Wet
- Aspect
- East-facing, North-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Full sun to partial shade
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Hydrangea paniculata 'Silver Dollar' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Deciduous shrub
- Habit
- Shrub, Climber
- Foliage
- Deciduous, Evergreen (in mild climates)
- Height
- 4.0 m
- Suggested uses
- Garden borders, hedging, specimen plant
- Native to
- Southern and eastern China, Korea, Japan, Russia (Sakhalin)
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hydrangea paniculata 'Silver Dollar'
- Cultivation
- Prefers moist, well-drained soil; benefits from mulching; prune in late winter or early spring
- Pruning
- Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and encourage flowering
- Propagation
- Softwood cuttings, hardwood cuttings, layering
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Hydrangea paniculata 'Silver Dollar'?
Prefers moist, well-drained soil; benefits from mulching; prune in late winter or early spring.
Where is the best place to plant Hydrangea paniculata 'Silver Dollar'?
Hydrangea paniculata 'Silver Dollar' prefers full sun. It suits full sun to partial shade positions.
What soil does Hydrangea paniculata 'Silver Dollar' need?
Hydrangea paniculata 'Silver Dollar' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to wet.
How do I prune Hydrangea paniculata 'Silver Dollar'?
Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and encourage flowering.
How big does Hydrangea paniculata 'Silver Dollar' grow?
Hydrangea paniculata 'Silver Dollar' reaches a height of 4.0 m.
Is Hydrangea paniculata 'Silver Dollar' hardy in the UK?
Hydrangea paniculata 'Silver Dollar' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Hydrangea paniculata 'Silver Dollar'?
Softwood cuttings, hardwood cuttings, layering.
More in the Hydrangea genus
- Hydrangea longifolia
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- Hydrangea macrophylla 'Oregon Pride' (H)Bigleaf Hydrangea
- Hydrangea macrophylla 'Rosewarne Lace' (L)Bigleaf Hydrangea
- Hydrangea macrophylla 'Rotkehlchen' (Teller Series) (L)Bigleaf Hydrangea
- Hydrangea macrophylla 'Sweet Verena'PBR (H)Bigleaf Hydrangea
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