Hydrangea m. Sister Theresa

Sister Teresa Hydrangea is a compact deciduous shrub with serrated dark green foliage that turns yellow in fall.  The large clusters of mophead flowers are crisp paper white regardless of the soils PH and fade to an attractive pale green with mauve-pink overtones. Blooms last from mid summer into early fall attracting butterflies and pollinators. Best bloom in partial sun and rich, moist well-drained soils.  Sister Teresa is disease resistant and salt tolerant. Type:  Shrub Origins: East Asia Height:  4 - 5' Spread:  4' - 5’ Spacing:  4’ USDA Hardiness Zone:  4 - 8 Culture:  Part Sun Bloom Color:  White Season of Interest:  Summer, Fall MAINTENANCE NEEDS:  Medium Maintenance. Mulch soil to maintain moisture and overwinter.  If pruning is needed do so after flowering. Slight susceptibility to bud blight, wilt, leaf spot, and mildew.  Aphids are occasional problems.    LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland