I've told you over and over how much I love oakleaf hydrangeas. Really? You don't remember? Just Google Sidewalk Shoes and Oakleaf Hydrangeas and grab a cup of tea, because I talk about them a lot. You know that game where you decide what one thing you could take with you on a deserted island - well if it was played with plants, I would take an oakleaf hydrangea. Wait a minute, I just realized that I should probably take a plant that provides food. Whatever. I still love oakleaf hydrangeas.
They have something going on all year long. Even in the winter when there are no leaves, these large cone-shaped heads of browned flowers provide an interesting shape in the garden.
And, for no other reason than I liked the look of my porch rail petunias in the evening sun. They practically glow, which I had a hard time showing.
kitchen flavours says
Hi Pam,
The flowers are really lovely. I love hydrangeas , but have not seen oakleaf hydrangeas before.
I've linked a post today, have been slacking on my gardening lately, as the weather here is extremely hot and dry for the past few weeks.
Thanks for hosting!
Diana says
Hi, Pam! Happened to see you over at Sam's Carolina Kitchen and wanted to stop by and say hello only to find another lover of hydrangeas ;).
Edible Celebrations (@lavesta) says
HI Pam,
Whew! I thought I was going to have to call Garden Tuesday, Wednesday this week, lol...I really need to look into that Hydrangea. Does it grow very large? I just had one of the grasses dug up in the garden. I'm hoping it's gone for good. It was a very unruley variety. I'd love to fill in with something that displays all of the seasons. The Oakleaf really is a pretty plant:)
Thanks for sharing, Pam and thank you for hosting Garden Tuesday. I too had a problem linking up but I kept on doing it until it worked!
Les in NE says
My oak leaf hydrangeas didn't bloom this summer. 🙁 I think it's due to our cold, windy winter and lack of moisture. Maybe next year will be better, as I do love them.
Monique says
Wonder if that gorgeous oakleaf is hardy here?
It's like I have to grow it:)
Kristy Lifenreflection says
I've never seen this variety. Where does it grow? I am a sucker for hydrangeas too and you're right they are beautiful in every season!
Sam @ My Carolina Kitchen says
Your hydrangeas are beautiful Pam. I tried to enter a link for a garden post, but it wouldn't work for me. I guess I'll try again later.
Sam
Sam @ My Carolina Kitchen says
Whew, it worked this time. Thanks for hosting Pam. I always enjoy your garden posts.
Sam
Joanne says
They're so beautiful, I can see why you'd choose them!