Botanical name
Hydrangea anomala subsp. petiolaris
Other names
Climbing hydrangea, Hydrangea petiolaris
Genus
Species
H. anomala subsp. petiolaris - H. anomala subsp. petiolaris is a deciduous shrub usually grown as a self-clinging climber, but also suitable for cultivation as a stand alone shrub. It has fresh-green, serrated, ovate leaves and in early summer, bears large, pretty, white lace-cap flowers. It is a useful climber for North-facing walls and fences.
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Climbing
Toxicity
Can cause mild stomach upset if ingested and contact with foliage may aggravate skin allergies.
Awards
RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit)
Eventual size - 15m x 5m