Green Promise Farms Oakleaf Hydrangea 'Alice' — #3 Container, White-to-Pink Cone Blooms & Fall Foliage

HYDRANGEA QUE. 'ALICE' from Green Promise Farms is an easy-care oakleaf hydrangea that produces large white-to-pink cone-shaped blooms, striking fall foliage, and attractive exfoliating bark, delivered ready to plant in a #3 container.

This selection, developed for dependable season-long interest, combines dramatic summer flowers with multi-season color and low-maintenance growth. 'Alice' grows upright and vigorous, offering long-lasting bloom cones in mid to late summer that age from bright white to soft pink and tan. Through autumn the leaves shift to shades of scarlet, purple and burgundy, then the bark provides winter texture. It thrives in partial sun in USDA Zones 5–8 and arrives fully rooted in a #3 container so you can plant it as soon as conditions allow.

What kind of flower display can I expect and when?

'Alice' produces large, arching cones of clustered florets that appear in mid to late summer and can reach impressive lengths. Blooms open white, then gradually take on pink and tan tones, remaining prominent for several weeks while attracting pollinators. Expect a layered floral show that transitions into colorful fall interest.

• Peak bloom: July into August, with long-lasting cone-shaped flowers up to about 14 inches.
• Color progression: white → pink → beige over the season.
• Attracts native pollinators while in bloom.
• Flowers persist on stems, adding extended visual appeal.

How large does this plant grow and where should I site it?

'Alice' is a substantial oakleaf hydrangea, ultimately forming a 6–8 foot tall and wide shrub with an upright habit. Plant it where partial sun is available—morning sun with afternoon shade or dappled light works best—to keep foliage healthy and blooms abundant. It makes an excellent specimen, hedge, or mixed shrub border for medium to large landscapes.

• Mature size: approximately 6–8 ft height and spread.
• Preferred light: partial sun; tolerates some shade.
• Best uses: specimen plant, massing, informal hedge, wildlife cover.
• USDA Zones: 5–8 for reliable winter survival.

What seasonal interest does 'Alice' provide beyond flowers?

After flowering, the foliage becomes the focal point with rich autumn tones that brighten landscapes. Leaves turn vivid shades of scarlet, purple and burgundy before dropping, and winter reveals cinnamon to brown exfoliating bark that adds structure and contrast. These multi-season qualities make 'Alice' valuable for year-round garden composition.

• Fall foliage: deep scarlet, purple and burgundy hues.
• Winter feature: attractive exfoliating copper-brown bark.
• Long season of interest: from summer blooms through winter structure.
• Provides shelter for native songbirds and garden wildlife.

How do I plant and care for the container-delivered shrub?

The plant ships in a #3 container, fully rooted and ready to set into the landscape when weather and soil conditions permit. It prefers consistent moisture, well-draining soil and a layer of mulch to conserve root moisture, but is otherwise low-maintenance. Minimal pruning is needed—remove dead wood and shape lightly after flowering if desired.

• Delivery: arrives in a #3 size container, ready to plant immediately.
• Soil: well-drained, amended as needed with organic matter.
• Watering: keep evenly moist during establishment; drought-tolerant once established.
• Pruning: light shaping after bloom; avoid heavy late-season cuts.

Who is this for? Gardeners seeking a low-fuss, high-impact native shrub will appreciate HYDRANGEA QUE. 'ALICE' from Green Promise Farms. It’s ideal for homeowners who want long-lasting summer flowers, dramatic fall color and winter bark interest without intensive care—also excellent for naturalistic plantings, wildlife-friendly gardens, and medium-to-large landscape designs. Delivered in a #3 container, it's a convenient, ready-to-plant choice for adding seasonal texture and color to your yard.