Hydrangea, Gatsby Gal
Gatsby Gal Oakleaf Hydrangea
Hydrangea quercifolia 'Gatsby Gal'
Height: Typically 5–6 feet tall
Spread: Approximately 5–6 feet wide
Spacing: Plant 5–6 feet apart for an ideal, compact display
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate (about 1 foot per year)
Deciduous
Description
Gatsby Gal Oakleaf Hydrangea transforms your landscape with its refined, compact form and richly textured foliage. This elegant shrub produces large, mophead blooms that gracefully shift from creamy white to subtle pink hues throughout the blooming season. In autumn, its leaves deepen to a warm, rich burgundy, offering a stunning splash of color that perfectly complements its captivating blossoms. Ideal for mixed shrub borders or as a striking specimen in containers, Gatsby Gal delivers a continuous display of refined beauty and enduring visual interest.
General Care
- Sunlight: Thrives in full sun to part sun, ideally receiving 5–6 hours of direct light daily
- Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained soil with a slightly acidic pH (around 5.5–6.5) to enhance bloom color
- Watering: Provide consistent, deep watering throughout the growing season to keep the soil evenly moist
- Mulching: Apply a 2–3 inch layer of mulch to conserve moisture and help stabilize soil temperature
- Pruning: Lightly trim in early spring to remove dead or damaged branches and maintain its compact habit
Transform your landscape with Gatsby Gal Oakleaf Hydrangea—a low-maintenance, deciduous shrub that delivers a continuous burst of captivating blooms and brilliant fall color, making it a true showstopper in any outdoor setting.
