The Oakleaf hydrangeas will also grow in sun or shade, North American shrub, Hydrangea quercifolia has large and deeply lobed leaves similar to those of American Red oaks, which mature from dark green to various shades of bronze, orange and reddish-purple in autumn. The flowerheads are large droping panicle with numerous sterile, star-shaped florets.
Hydrangea quercifolia its at its best in a natural or landscaped woodland habitat against the backdrop of larger shrubs and trees. It prefers partial to almost full shade, with morning sun and afternoon shade as optimal and the blooms last longer if they get a little afternoon shade in hot climates. It will tolerate drought, but may not flower. It prefers slightly acidic soils

As the summer progresses, it will be completely normal for the blooms on your hydrangea to fade and turn brown, when this happens you could trim them off. This process is called deadheading and does not harm the plant in any way; you’re simply encouraging him to put his energies into root and foliage development instead of producing seeds. This will ensure that your plant stays healthy and strong.

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