Decumaria 'Barbara Ann'

Climbing Hydrangea (native)

Decumaria barbara ‘Barbara Ann’ is a deciduous to semi-evergreen climbing vine valued for its twining, spreading habit and fragrant creamy-white lacecap flowers in early summer, creating a soft, naturalistic display, with glossy green foliage that may develop yellow tones in fall.


Mature Size:
Width: 6–10 ft
Height: 20–30 ft (with support)

USDA Zones: 7a–9b (best in milder climates; may suffer winter dieback in colder regions)
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Blooms: Fragrant creamy-white lacecap flowers in early summer
Soil: Moist, well-drained soil; prefers slightly acidic conditions
Water: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture


🌸 Landscape Uses
Climbing vine, trellises, fences, arbors, woodland gardens


🌼 Attracts & Tolerances
Attracts: Pollinators
Tolerances: Humidity, partial shade

Plant type

Evergreen Shrub, Vine

Height

30'

Width

5'

Hardiness zones

6–9

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Fast

Bloom time

Early Summer, Late Spring, Summer

Flower color

White

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Attracts

Bees, Butterflies

Soil

Well Drained

Landscape use

Trellis

Shape

Climbing

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No