Light Needs
Mature Height
Mature Spread
Growing Zones
Tara Hydrangea (Hydrangea quercifolia 'BIV01') produces abundant double white panicles in late spring, creating a dense, mophead-like floral display. These blooms transition to soft pink as they mature, extending seasonal interest. Large, oak-shaped leaves provide a bold texture, turning deep red and burgundy in the fall before shedding for winter. With a compact growth habit reaching 6 feet in height and width, this deciduous shrub is ideal for shaded landscapes, woodland gardens, and small yards.
Native to the Southeastern United States, Tara Hydrangea thrives in partial shade and adapts well to a variety of soil conditions. It is drought-tolerant once established and performs well in moist, well-drained soil. The exfoliating bark adds winter interest after the foliage drops, making it an excellent year-round garden addition. Use it as a mass planting, an accent in mixed borders, or as a natural hedge. The showy blooms attract pollinators and also work beautifully as cut or dried flowers.
Tara Hydrangea Care
Plant in partial to full shade with well-drained, moisture-retentive soil. This hydrangea prefers acidic to neutral soil and benefits from an annual application of slow-release fertilizer in early spring. Water regularly during the first growing season to encourage deep root development, then reduce watering once established. Mulching around the base helps maintain soil moisture and temperature consistency.
Since Tara Hydrangea blooms on old wood, prune only after flowering to maintain its shape and encourage next season’s blooms. Remove spent flowers and any dead or damaged branches in late summer. Avoid heavy pruning after mid-summer, as this may reduce flowering the following year.
Tara Hydrangea Spacing
Space plants 4 to 6 feet apart for a dense hedge or mass planting. If planting in a container, choose a pot at least 16 inches wide to accommodate the root system and allow for proper growth.
Tara Hydrangea Plant Facts
Growing Conditions
- Hardiness ZonesGrowing Zones
- USDA Zones 5 to 9 (perennial); grown as an annual elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown indoors elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown in containers elsewhere (grown as a seasonal crop)
- Sun Exposure
- Full Shade to Part Shade (0-4 Hours Direct Sun)
- Mature Height
- 6 Feet
- Mature Spread
- 6 Feet
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Growth Habit
- , Compact
- Water Needs
- Average
Flowers & Foliage
- Flower Colors
- , White
- Flower Description
- White
- Bloom Time
- Summer
- Blooms On
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Old Wood
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"Blooms on" tells you which stems produce flowers, which decides when it's safe to prune.
- New Wood: Flowers form on stems that grow this season. Prune in late winter or early spring without losing blooms.
- Old Wood: Flower buds form on last year's stems. Prune right after flowering. Pruning in fall or early spring removes next year's blooms.
- Both New and Old Wood: Blooms on last year's stems and again on new growth, so it flowers even after a hard winter or a mistimed pruning. Prune lightly after the first flush of blooms.
- When to Prune
- Right after flowering
- Foliage Color
- , Green
- Foliage Description
- Green
- Foliage Type
- , Deciduous
- Seasonal Interest
- , Spring Flowering, Summer Flowering, Fall Interest, 3 Season Interest
Garden Benefits
Plant Overview
- Common Name
- Tara Hydrangea
- Botanical Name
- Hydrangea quercifolia 'BIV01' PPAF
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Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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