About
Hydrangea seemannii, Seemann's hydrangea, is a woody, evergreen climber with aerial roots and leathery leaves up to 15 cm long. Domed flowerheads of greenish-white fertile flowers surrounded by white bracts appear in summer. An ornamental, self-clinging evergreen climber for a sheltered wall.
About the genus
Hydrangea are deciduous or evergreen shrubs, or self-clinging climbers, with flowers in clusters usually comprising both small fertile and larger, showier sterile florets. They are grown for their dramatic and long-lasting flowerheads and often good autumn colour.
Plant details
Suggested usesPonds, water features, bog gardens.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in aquatic compost in appropriate water depth.
PruningCut back dead growth in autumn or spring.
PropagationDivide established clumps in spring.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Monitor for common garden pests.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation.