Name: Hydrangea quercifolia 'Ellen Huff' (Ellen Huff Oakleaf Hydrangea)

Average Landscape Size: 4–6 ft tall × 4–6 ft wide; can reach 8 ft if unpruned; upright, spreading habit

Sun Requirements: Partial shade to filtered light; protect from afternoon sun

Water Needs: Moderate; consistent moisture preferred

Deer Resistance: Moderate

Cold Hardiness: USDA Zones 5–9; native and extremely hardy in Houston-area winters

Fertilization & Pruning: Balanced fertilizer in spring; prune immediately after flowering

Detailed Description: This Ellen Huff Oakleaf Hydrangea is a gorgeous native variety with large white flower clusters that age to pink! At 4 to 6 feet tall, it's perfect for shaded areas where you want spectacular blooms. Here in our area, you'll get beautiful oak-shaped leaves that turn burgundy in fall, plus those incredible flower clusters in summer. What makes this special? It's completely native to the Southeast, so it's perfectly adapted to our climate and humidity. Perfect for adding four-season interest to your shade garden!