Hydrangea Quercifolia : Last days of Summer . . .
Hydrangea quercifolia, commonly known by its translation oakleaf hydrangea or oak-leaved hydrangea, is a species of flowering plant that grows well in woodland habitats. A deciduous shrub with white showy flower heads, it is a common garden plant. Its species name is derived from the Latin words quercus "oak", and folium "leaf". Flowers age in colour from creamy white, aging to pink and by autumn and winter are a dry, papery rusty-brown.
Captured this one at National Rhododendron Garden in soft, overcast light. The garden is located near Olinda in state forest on the eastern ridge of Mount Dandenong.
Hydrangea Quercifolia : Last days of Summer . . .
Hydrangea quercifolia, commonly known by its translation oakleaf hydrangea or oak-leaved hydrangea, is a species of flowering plant that grows well in woodland habitats. A deciduous shrub with white showy flower heads, it is a common garden plant. Its species name is derived from the Latin words quercus "oak", and folium "leaf". Flowers age in colour from creamy white, aging to pink and by autumn and winter are a dry, papery rusty-brown.
Captured this one at National Rhododendron Garden in soft, overcast light. The garden is located near Olinda in state forest on the eastern ridge of Mount Dandenong.