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Hydrangea petiolaris Flying Saucer- Climbing Hydrangea
Hydrangea petiolaris Flying Saucer- Climbing Hydrangea
Very beautiful plant, already planted and seems to be doing very well.
Nath44 , 05/09/2024
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Hydrangea petiolaris 'Flying Saucer' is a variety of climbing hydrangea with umbels of white flowers which are larger, and more decorative, than those of the botanical species. The long and powerful stems of this deciduous bush use climbing roots to cling on to bare walls or bare trees, in the manner of ivy, transforming large spaces into buzzing curtains of bees in early summer. Although it sometimes takes 3 years to climb, it is a robust plant that will manage on its own once well established. Remarkably adapted to shaded situations, climbing hydrangeas are invaluable for their ability to decorate difficult areas.
Native to Japan and northeastern Asia, Hydrangea anomala subsp. petiolaris is a climbing bush belonging to the Hydrangeaceae family. In its natural environment, the forests of northeastern Asia, this woody plant grows up to 15m (49ft) in height, but it rarely exceeds 5 to 8m (16 to 26ft) in our climates. It is a very hardy plant (-25°C (-13°F)) that thrives in deep, rich soil, without excess limestone and not too dry. Its growth is slightly slow in the juvenile stage, while its roots anchor deeply in the soil.
The 'Flying Saucer' variety only differs in the increased size of its inflorescences. This vigorous plant produces woody, sturdy and well-branched stems, up to a minimum of 3 to 4m (10 to 13ft) in height, which have a very interesting architecture. With age, they crack, and their bark flakes off in spectacular shreds, giving the plant an attractive appearance even in winter. This creeping bush is a hardy climber that uses its climbing roots to cling. Without support, it will not exceed 1.5m (5ft) and will form a dense bush. The stems bear ovate leaves with pointed tips, measuring 8cm (3in) long by 3cm (1in) wide, finely dentate on the edges, and slightly rough to the touch. They are bright green on the top, lighter underneath, and turn yellow in autumn before falling off. This hydrangea blooms from late May to July depending on the climate, even in the shade. Its nectar-rich, flat, white flowers are arranged in large umbels reaching up to 30cm (12in) in diameter. Each one is composed of numerous fertile flowers with prominent stamens surrounded by a few larger sterile florets. They do not wither but dry slowly on the plant, adopting subtle green hues before turning brown.
'Flying Saucer' can be used in the background to cover a north-facing wall or dress up an old dead tree. It also proves to be an excellent ground cover. It pairs well with shrub fuchsias (magellanica) for example, or low-maintenance ground cover plants like Aegopodium podagraria 'Variegata', perennial Geraniums macrorrhizum, or periwinkles. It can be combined with a shade-loving Virginia creeper like Parthenocissus henryana and quinquefolia.
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Plant in a north or east-facing position, in deeply worked, well-loosened soil enriched with compost, and without excess limestone. If you plant in an east-facing position, remember to regularly water in the first years and especially in summer, as the plant will generally receive little water. A good base fertiliser (horn or dehydrated blood) will promote the growth of your plant and nourish it without the risk of burning. If your soil tends to be dry, incorporate some topsoil and compost into your garden soil, pour a watering can directly into the planting hole (to moisten the soil deeply), and provide a watering basin on the surface. You can mulch the base in summer to keep the roots cool, and water regularly if it is very dry. After a few years, this plant should be able to manage on its own in all regions. If pruning becomes necessary to limit its growth, it should be done at leaf fall. Remove faded inflorescences in autumn. Eliminate branches that grow perpendicular to the axis of the wall or poorly placed branches. Make sure the plant does not damage the roof or gutters.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
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The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
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In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.