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Samantha Silver-leaved Hydrangea

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Botanical Name: Hydrangea radiata 'Samantha'
Common Name: Samantha silver-leaved Hydrangea

Updated 7/2012

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Hydrangea serrata 'Samantha' at The Morton Arboretum Hydrangea serrata 'Samantha' flowers
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Height: 3-4' Spread: 3-5'  Habit/Form: Loosely branched   Growth Rate:  Fast  Zone: 4-9

Cultural Requirements: Grows best in part shade to full sun with adequate moisture; drought sensitive.

Ornamental Characteristics: Dome-shaped flowers are similar to 'Annabelle' but slightly smaller, 4-6" wide; emerges green changing to white, dark green leaves with silvery-white underneath.

Use in the Landscape: hedge, borders, foundation plantings

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