There are over 75 species and 600 named cultivars of Hydrangeas that are native to a wide range of regions and countries, including Japan, Asia, Indonesia, Himalayan mountains, and the Americas. Hydrangeas can grow as climbing vines and trees, but are most commonly grown as a shrub. Hydrangea paniculata, commonly called panicle hydrangea, is a vigorous, upright, shrub native to China and Japan, but you can find it in full bloom on the Medford Campus, in the Atrium to the left as you enter the Community Building. This winter hardy shrub is in full bloom now with white blooms that will carry us into the early fall season.
