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Deciduous & Flowering Shrubs

Fairytrail Bride hydrangea

Hydrangea 'USHYD0405'

Hydrangea 'Fairy Trail Bride' is a compact, deciduous shrub whose semi-trailing stems carry white lacecap flowers along their length. Its cascading shape suits a container or a planting above a low wall, where the branches have room to hang. At maturity, it reaches about 3–4 feet tall and wide, so leave clearance around container edges. In Southwest Washington, give it partial shade and moist, well-drained soil, with water during summer dry spells. Avoid sites that stay soggy through winter. Flowers form on old wood, so heavy pruning can cost blooms. Keep it away from pets that may eat the foliage.

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At a glance

Mature height
About 3–4 ft
Mature spread
About 3–4 ft
Light
Partial shade
Hardiness
USDA zones 7–9

The right plant, the right place

Make room for something good.

The semi-trailing branches can spill over a container edge or low wall. Give the shrub enough room to reach about 3–4 feet across.

Where to plant

Choose partial shade and leave space for the cascading stems. Avoid exposed positions with strong reflected sun, which can contribute to leaf scorch.

Through the seasons

White lacecap flowers develop along the stems, and the foliage drops for winter. Preserve established stems because their old wood carries flower buds.

Southwest Washington gardens

Give it a good start.

Southwest Washington’s wet winters call for good drainage around the roots. Water during summer dry spells, especially where the planting gets more sun.

Soil, drainage & water

Plant in moist, well-drained soil. Avoid prolonged sogginess, and do not let the roots dry out during summer.

A little care goes a long way

Growing well, season after season.

Flowers form on old wood. Avoid heavy pruning of established stems, which can remove buds for the next bloom.

Know what to look for

Common growing concerns.

Symptoms can have more than one cause. These notes are a starting point for observing your plant and improving its growing conditions.

Failure to bloom

Few or no flowers.

Help your plant thrive

Preserve established stems and choose a site with suitable light and protection from damaging frosts.

Fungal leaf spots

Brown, black, or gray leaf spots; severe spotting may lead to yellowing and leaf drop.

Help your plant thrive

Avoid overhead watering, allow air circulation, and clear affected fallen leaves.

Leaf scorch

Dry brown leaf edges or blotches, sometimes following wilting.

Help your plant thrive

Keep soil moist during dry spells and avoid exposed sites with strong reflected sun.

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