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Gatsby Star® Oakleaf hydrangea Hydrangea quercifolia

Flower Season
  • Fall
Mature Size
8' 8' 2.4m 2.4m
Height: 6' - 8'
Spread: 6' - 8'
Height: 1.8m - 2.4m
Spread: 1.8m - 2.4m
  • Details

    72 - 96 Inches
    72 - 96 Inches
    72 - 96 Inches
    1.8m - 2.4m
    1.8m - 2.4m
    1.8m - 2.4m

    Features

    This variety is no longer available from Proven Winners®. The information on this page is for reference only. 

    It's got star power!

    Doubled blooms are similar to those of 'Snowflake', but the individual petals are pointed instead of rounded. The result is a beautiful, lacy panicle - and a very showy plant. It's a fun way to add some unexpected drama to woodland gardens.

    Fall Interest
    Native to North America

    Characteristics

    Plant Type: 
    Shrub
    Shrub Type: 
    Deciduous
    Height Category: 
    Medium
    Garden Height: 
    72 - 96 Inches 1.8m - 2.4m
    Spacing: 
    72 - 96 Inches 1.8m - 2.4m
    Spread: 
    72 - 96 Inches 1.8m - 2.4m
    Flower Colors: 
    White
    Flower Shade: 
    Will turn pink in fall.
    Foliage Colors: 
    Green
    Foliage Shade: 
    Green foliage turns burgundy in fall.
    Habit: 
    Mounded
    Container Role: 
    Thriller

    Plant Needs

    Light Requirement: 
    Part Sun to Sun
    Light Requirement: 
    Sun

    The optimum amount of sun or shade each plant needs to thrive: Full Sun (6+ hours), Part Sun (4-6 hours), Full Shade (up to 4 hours).

    Maintenance Category: 
    Easy
    Blooms On: 
    Old Wood
    Bloom Time: 
    Early Summer
    Bloom Time: 
    Mid Summer
    Bloom Time: 
    Late Summer
    Hardiness Zones: 
    5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b
    Water Category: 
    Average
    Uses: 
    Landscape
    Maintenance Notes: 

    Best in moist, well-drained soil. May need winter protection in the North.

    Gatsby Star® Hydrangea quercifolia 'Doughill' USPP 25,412, Can 5,305
  • 5 Reviews

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    Browse reviews from people who have grown this plant.
    • BEAUTIFUL!!! HYDRANGEA!! YES. I HAVE GROWN THIS HYDRANGEA.. It was planted around last December.. ...Right before snow. I have around 25 hydrangeas in my yard.. Lime lights, incrediballs , quick fires, a fire light...are just a few. The Gatsby Star is one of the Prettiest!!!

      Marie White
      , Michigan
      , United States
      , 3 years ago
    • This is by far the most beautiful oak leaf I have ever grown. I get compliments on it constantly, a must-have for hydrangea enthusiasts!

      Laura Hill
      , Alabama
      , United States
      , 10 years ago
    • Beautiful, has the same bloom form as Snowflake, but sepals are pointed. Very white, likes shade and good drainage.

      Brenda Hill
      , Alabama
      , United States
      , 11 years ago
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