Climbing Hydrangea
Decumaria barbara
Varieties We Bring In
Last received Jul 16, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
About Climbing Hydrangea
Wood Vamp (Decumaria barbara) is a native self-clinging woody vine of the southeastern US that attaches to tree trunks and structures with aerial rootlets. In late spring it produces fragrant clusters of small white flowers, and its glossy foliage is semi-evergreen in NE Florida's mild winters. Starting at $9.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Flower Color
- White
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Semi-evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Acidic, Moist, Well-drained
Best planting months
Seasonal care
Bloom season. New foliage emerges. Good planting window.
Higher water demand in summer heat.
Foliage may begin to change or drop. Ideal planting window.
Dormant — drops foliage.
Care essentials
Wood Vamp thrives in partial shade to part sun, mirroring its native habitat of swamp edges and forested stream banks. Avoid harsh afternoon sun in NE Florida; dappled or morning light is ideal.
This native vine prefers consistently moist to occasionally wet soil. Water regularly and deeply, especially during establishment. Once established, it tolerates brief dry periods but performs best with dependable moisture near pond edges or in low-lying areas.
Plant in moist, acidic, organic-rich sandy or loamy soil. Enrich sandy NE Florida soils with compost or leaf litter at planting. No regular fertilization is required for established plants in suitable sites.
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Common questions
Is Climbing Hydrangea a good plant for St. Augustine?
Climbing Hydrangea is a vine for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 10-30 feet × 3-6 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed March 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.