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Decumaria barbara                                                        False Climbing Hydrangea

 Size:  10’ to 20’ high (it’s a climber!)

 Exposure:  Shade is good, but high or evening shade will suffice

 Flower Time:  Late June to Early July

 Ornamental Characteristics: 

 This is a Southeastern naïve that deserves a chance.  While grappling up a trunk using is root-like holdfasts, Decumaria can soften any stiff structure while brightening the dark corner with its glistening leaves, of which hold up clean and attractive all growing season.  We were under that impression that this plant does not flowering in our area.  However, our good friend and respected plantsman, Mike Hayman, confidently said that his blooms every year.  So, the somewhat greenish cream flowers can be appreciated as spring fades away and summer begins its yearly onslaught of heat and humidity.  While the floral displays will not overwhelm a garden, the glossy, clean foliage and reliable yellow Fall color make this plant a must for any respectable planting.