Hydrangea Schneeball

Name: Hydrangea Schneeball
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 11760g
Price: 27.66 NZD
Availability: InStock

Hydrangea 'Schneeball', meaning “Snowball” in German, is a classic mophead variety admired for its large, pure white flower heads that bring brightness and elegance to shaded garden spaces. With lush green foliage and a strong, rounded growth habit, it’s perfect for borders, foundation plantings, or containers. Blooming reliably through summer, ‘Schneeball’ thrives in part-shade with moist, well-drained soil and performs well throughout New Zealand. This timeless variety adds soft beauty and structure to any landscape.

Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	70 cm
Spread:	70 cm
Flowering time:	Summer, Autumn
Tolerances:	Hardy
Garden uses:	Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps
Garden styles:	Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Cottage, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, White
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Some
Growth rate	Medium
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Sku	11760

What are the garden uses for Hydrangea Schneeball in NZ?

Hydrangea Schneeball is a much-loved shrub in NZ gardens. It is most commonly grown as specimen, used as an informal hedge, added to a mixed planting, or planted as a backdrop for smaller plants. It is a great complement to a modern or cottage garden, bringing both colour and elegance to a space. It is the gorgeous foliage and beautiful flowers of this plant that makes Hydrangea Schneeball an excellent choice for a NZ garden.

What does the Schneeball Hydrangea need to grow well?

The Schneeball Hydrangea grows best when positioned in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained soil that is slightly acidic. It is tolerant of frost, cool climates, coastal environments, and humid climates. Wind protection is important to ensure branches are not snapped and this will also result in a better formed plant that will flower more prolifically.