But here’s a surprising fact: only five species of hydrangeas are native to North America. Even more surprising? One of these native species has been cultivated to be pollen-free—a disaster …

These native hydrangea varieties are just as show-stopping as their Asian cousins, while retaining the native qualities that make them super-hardy and nearly maintenance-free.

May 1, 2025 · Hydrangeas are beloved for their enduring visual dynamics – but if you go native, they’re even better. Here are the most captivating native hydrangea varieties you can grow

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These unfussy species are guaranteed to bloom, and many are pollinator friendly. Find the best native hydrangeas for your garden, here.

Native hydrangeas like the oakleaf hydrangea (Hydrangea quercifolia), and smooth hydrangea (Hydrangea arborescens) have evolved alongside North American native pollinators and …

The Hydrangeas represented on this page are all native to North America. They are members of two species, H. arborescens (Smooth Hydrangea) and H. quercifolia (Oakleaf Hydrangea).

Sep 11, 2025 · Learn about Silverleaf, Climbing, Oakleaf, and Smooth Hydrangeas—native plants that thrive in South Carolina landscapes.

Mar 9, 2025 · First, let’s clear up which ones are not native: Hydrangea macrophylla (often branded Endless Summer) and Hydrangea paniculata (of which ‘Limelight’ is a cultivar). These …

Hydrangea quercifolia (the oakleaf hydrangea) and Hydrangea arborescens (the smooth hydrangea) are two species of hydrangea – both woody shrubs – that are native to the North …