Ruby Slippers Oakleaf Hydrangea Winter

Robust blooms remain upright even after heavy rains.

Ruby slippers oakleaf hydrangea winter.

Ruby slippers cross between oak leaf hydrangea cultivars snow queen and pee wee is a compact form that matures to only 3 4 tall and to 3 5 wide and is noted for its compact size large upright flower panicles ruby red mature flowers hence the cultivar name mahogany red fall foliage color and exfoliating bark. A us national arboretum cross of snow queen and pee wee. Ruby slippers is a compact form of oakleaf hydrangea which is a must have for smaller spaces. Developed by one of the premier hydrangea hybridizers sandra reed of the u s.

National arboretum ruby slippers boasts a multitude of stocky flowers that show up as white and then mature to striking deep rose. A deciduous flowering shrub the oakleaf hydrangea is ideal for borders mass planting and foundation planting. Growing just 3 1 2 to 4 ft. Dark green deeply lobed oak like foliage turns brilliant mahogany in fall.

Provide adequate moisture while the plant is getting established and use mulch to keep the shallow roots cool. The flowers bloom in summer and fall in shades of pink pale purple and creamy white. A compact shrub ruby slippers is a fine choice for small spaces and planting in containers or training into a low hedge. Near 4 feet tall and 3 feet wide.

Flowers emerge white and progress to pale pink maturing to deep rose. The compact form works in smaller landscapes. Ruby slippers at just 3 to 4 feet tall and 4 to 5 feet wide this dwarf oakleaf has extra large summer blooms that quickly deepen from white to pink to ruby red. Sure to be a perfect fit our ruby slippers will rival the legendary pair.

Ruby slippers like most oakleaf hydrangeas require good drainage. Add interest to your landscape with this hardy shrub. Ruby slippers oak leaf hydrangea delivers oversized cone shaped blooms that arrive in white to light pink and deepen to a reddish magenta as they age. Hydrangea ruby slippers common name oakleaf hydrangea try dainty ruby slippers.

Fall foliage is vibrant mahogany. Late spring s white blooms shift to summer pink. Rounded habit is covered with 9 long inflorescences held upright above the foliage. Pee wee as its name suggests this hydrangea stays compact.

Ruby slippers cross between oak leaf hydrangea cultivars snow queen and pee wee is a compact form that matures to only 3 4 tall and to 3 5 wide and is noted for its compact size large upright flower panicles ruby red mature flowers hence the cultivar name mahogany red fall foliage color and exfoliating bark. Ruby slippers oakleaf hydrangea hydrangea quercifolia ruby slippers sku 4816.