Oakleaf Hydrangea- Flowering Fridays
For many years, people have assigned meaning to various flowers. During the Victorian era, the meaning of flowers rose in popularity, and people would often choose the flowers within a bouquet very carefully, understanding the meaning the message within the flowers sent, and knowing the receiver would understand as well. While this tradition has faded, flowers still carry assigned meanings, and it can be fun to understand their meaning, or select your flowers based on it!
Oakleaf Hydrangea
Also known as: Hydrangea quercifolia
Native Region: Southeastern US
Colors: White, aging to pink
Season: Summer
Meaning: Thank you for understanding, frigidity, heartlessness, heartless
Edible/Poisonous: Poisonous
More to Know: Oakleaf Hydrangeas are one of the few whose flower color is not impacted by the acidity of the soil.
Alternative Flowers: Mophead Hydrangea
Thinking of Oakleaf Hydrangea for your arrangements? We love these lush and beautiful centerpieces!
