Family: Hydrangeaceae
Hydrangea anomala URBAFLORA® ‘Terra Firma’
WOODY CLIMBER
Shade creation – Reduce heat buildup
Hydrangea anomala URBAFLORA® ‘Terra Firma’ is a semi-evergreen woody climber that doubles as a groundcover, offering shade creation and heat reduction in urban landscapes. It features ovate lightly hirsute leaves, the undersides of which turn cherry pink in autumn through winter. Its dense foliage provides cooling and insulation, while self-clinging stems allow it to cover vertical surfaces, as well as inclines, structural and at ground level. This plant improves air quality by capturing airborne particulates and supports biodiversity by creating habitats for invertebrates and attracting pollinators.
It also reduces soil water loss, suppresses weeds, and helps stabilise soil, making it ideal for sustainable planting schemes. Suitable for a wide range of soils and gradients, it thrives in full sun or shade and is perfect for green roofs and vertical greening projects. Quick to cover surfaces, it forms a dense carpet and will climb when given support. Recommended planting distance is 60 cm.
Features:
air purification
cooling effect
greenwall compatible
heat tolerant
noise reduction
quick coverage
reduces water loss
shade creation
soil stabilisation
suppress weeds
key characteristics
HEAT REDUCER
Natural cover that lowers heat accumulation
LIGHT
Full Sun, Partial Shade, Full Shade
FOLIAGE
Semi-evergreen
MAX HEIGHT
30 cm
FLOWERING
June/July
SPREAD
60 cm
HARDINESS
RHS H5
WILDLIFE FRIENDLY
For pollinators and invertebrates
Plant information
| Name | Hydrangea anomala URBAFLORA® ‘Terra Firma’ |
| Common names | Climbing Hydrangea |
| Botanical family | Hydrangeaceae |
| Genus description | Deciduous or evergreen shrubs with large, often rounded clusters of flowers and broad, toothed leaves. |
| Light/position | Full sun, partial to full shade |
| Moisture preference | Moist but well-drained |
| Soil types | Wide range of soil types |
| Soil pH | 5.0-8.0 pH |
| Exposure | Sheltered or open |
| Hardiness rating | RHS H5 |
| Drought resistance | Moderate |
| Ultimate height | 30 cm |
| Ultimate spread | Dense carpet; spacing recommendation 60 cm |
| Time to ultimate height | 10-20 years |
| Growth habit | Woody climber / groundcover |
| Foliage type | Semi-evergreen |
| Seasonal colour | Glossy green foliage year-round, red undersides in autumn, attractive seed heads |
| Flowering period | June/July |
| Toxicity | All parts of plant toxic to humans and pets (Cats, dogs, horses) |
| Aspect | Any |
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