Overview
Hydrangea petiolaris 'Silver Lining' is a shrub, climber climbing shrub in the genus Hydrangea, part of the Hydrangeaceae family, with deciduous, evergreen foliage. Hydrangea petiolaris 'Silver Lining' grows best in partial shade and full shade, and tolerates loamy and well-drained soils and acidic to neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include climbing on walls, fences and pergolas. It is native to Japan, Korea and Sakhalin Island.
About
Hydrangea petiolaris, a climbing hydrangea, is a species of flowering plant in the family Hydrangeaceae native to the woodlands of Japan, the Korean peninsula, and on Sakhalin island of easternmost Siberia in the Russian Far East.
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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
- partial shade, full shade
- Soil type
- loamy, well-drained
- Soil pH
- acidic to neutral
- Soil moisture
- moist
- Aspect
- north, east, west
- Exposure
- sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Hydrangea petiolaris 'Silver Lining' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- climbing shrub
- Habit
- Shrub, Climber
- Foliage
- Deciduous, Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- climbing on walls, fences, pergolas
- Native to
- Japan, Korea, Sakhalin Island
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hydrangea petiolaris 'Silver Lining'
- Cultivation
- Prefers sheltered, shaded locations with moist, well-drained soil; avoid direct hot sun
- Pruning
- Prune after flowering to control size and shape
- Propagation
- softwood cuttings, layering
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Capsid bug, Hydrangea scale
- Disease resistance
- Leaf spot, Powdery mildew, Grey mould, Honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Hydrangea petiolaris 'Silver Lining'?
Prefers sheltered, shaded locations with moist, well-drained soil; avoid direct hot sun.
Where is the best place to plant Hydrangea petiolaris 'Silver Lining'?
Hydrangea petiolaris 'Silver Lining' prefers partial shade and full shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Hydrangea petiolaris 'Silver Lining' need?
Hydrangea petiolaris 'Silver Lining' grows best in loamy and well-drained soil. It prefers acidic to neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
How do I prune Hydrangea petiolaris 'Silver Lining'?
Prune after flowering to control size and shape.
Is Hydrangea petiolaris 'Silver Lining' hardy in the UK?
Hydrangea petiolaris 'Silver Lining' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Hydrangea petiolaris 'Silver Lining'?
Softwood cuttings, layering.
More in the Hydrangea genus
- Hydrangea longifolia
- Hydrangea macrophylla 'Frau Katsuko' (Lady Series) (H)Bigleaf Hydrangea
- 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
- Hydrangea macrophylla Chocolate Ever Belles ('Hokomachoko'PBR) (H)Bigleaf Hydrangea
- Hydrangea macrophylla Hi River ('Hiriv'PBR) (H)Bigleaf Hydrangea