Hydrangea quercifolia 'Snow Flake' (Oakleaf/Oak-leaved Hydrangea)

Hydrangea quercifolia, commonly known as oakleaf hydrangea or oak-leaved hydrangea. It is native to the southeastern United States, in woodland habitats from North Carolina west to Tennessee, and south to Florida and Louisiana. A deciduous shrub with white showy flower heads, it is grown as a garden plant, with numerous cultivars available commercially.

Th cultivar 'Snowflake' has large flower heads of intricate double blossoms layered on top of one another. It is as notable for its distinct, deeply lobed leaves as for its reliably showy, creamy blooms. The foliage produces outstanding fall color, and the flowers take on purplish pink hues as they dry. 'Snowflake' will adapt to full sun if provided with adequate moisture. It needs little pruning.