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Hydrangea a. 'Annabelle' / 7.5L
Hydrangea arborescens Annabelle
Confirmed format: 7.5 litre pot
Plant Highlights
- Huge creamy-white flower heads
- Brightens shaded gardens
- Excellent for fresh and dried arrangements
- Rounded and bushy deciduous habit
- Long flowering summer season
Overview
Hydrangea arborescens 'Annabelle' is a magnificent, reliable deciduous shrub celebrated for its spectacular, oversized globe-shaped flower heads. Opening in pale lime-green before maturing to a brilliant, creamy white and eventually ageing to soft green, these enormous blooms put on a breathtaking display from July to September. Growing to a mature height and spread of 1 to 1.5 metres, its rounded and bushy habit brightens up borders, woodland-style gardens, and large patio containers, particularly in shaded or partially shaded spots.
Why We Love It
- Produces massive, globe-shaped flower heads that transition from lime-green to creamy white.
- Provides a long-lasting display throughout the summer months.
- Brings striking colour and structure to shaded areas of the garden.
- Stems can be cut for stunning fresh and dried floral arrangements.
- Easy care nature makes it a reliable choice for gardeners.
Plant Details
| Botanical Name | Hydrangea arborescens 'Annabelle' |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Smooth Hydrangea |
| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Foliage Persistence | Deciduous |
| Foliage Colour | Green |
| Flower Colour | White, green, and multicolour |
| Flower Form | Rounded |
| Flowering Season | July to September |
| Growth Habit | Rounded and bushy |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Mature Height | 100–150 cm |
| Mature Spread | 100–150 cm |
| Hardiness | RHS H7 (below -20°C) |
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
| Care Level | Easy |
Growing Guide
| Position | Full sun or partial shade in a sheltered position. |
|---|---|
| Soil | Fertile, moisture-retentive, well-drained soil with acid-neutral, neutral, or alkaline pH. |
| Watering | Water regularly while the shrub establishes and during prolonged dry spells. |
| Mulching | Adding organic matter before planting helps retain moisture while improving soil structure. |
Perfect For
- Mixed shrub borders
- Woodland-style gardens
- Large patio containers
- Fresh and dried flower arrangements
- Brightening shaded areas
Good to Know
- Toxic if ingested.
- Provides support for pollinators when in flower.
- Features a moderate growth rate and reliable hardiness down to -20°C.
Product Information
| Supplied Format | 7.5ltr pot |
|---|---|
| Pack Quantity | 1 |
Growing & care
- Plant type
- shrub
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