Hydrangea aspera Sawpoint

A striking deciduous shrub ideal for cool to temperate Australian gardens. Sawpoint features large, velvety leaves and broad, lacecap flower heads with soft mauve to lavender blooms surrounded by showy white bracts in summer. Prefers part shade and moist, well-drained soil. Perfect for woodland settings or shaded borders. Protect from hot afternoon sun and drying winds. Grows approx. 23m high and wide. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape.