Overview
Hydrangea paniculata 'Vanilla Fraise' 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 'Vanilla Fraise' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include borders, hedging, containers, ground cover and wall cover.
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
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Hydrangea paniculata 'Vanilla Fraise' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Deciduous shrub
- Habit
- Shrub, Climber
- Foliage
- Deciduous, Evergreen (in mild climates)
- Height
- 4.0 m
- Suggested uses
- Borders, Hedging, Containers, Ground cover, Wall cover
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hydrangea paniculata 'Vanilla Fraise'
- Propagation
- Cuttings, Layering, Seed
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Hydrangea paniculata 'Vanilla Fraise'?
Hydrangea paniculata 'Vanilla Fraise' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Hydrangea paniculata 'Vanilla Fraise' need?
Hydrangea paniculata 'Vanilla Fraise' 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 big does Hydrangea paniculata 'Vanilla Fraise' grow?
Hydrangea paniculata 'Vanilla Fraise' reaches a height of 4.0 m.
Is Hydrangea paniculata 'Vanilla Fraise' hardy in the UK?
Hydrangea paniculata 'Vanilla Fraise' 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 'Vanilla Fraise'?
Cuttings, Layering, Seed.
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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- Hydrangea macrophylla Hi River ('Hiriv'PBR) (H)Bigleaf Hydrangea