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Hydrangea arbo. 'Ruby Annabelle' / 3L
Hydrangea arborescens 'Ruby Annabelle'
Confirmed format: 3 litre pot
Plant Highlights
- Large ruby-pink flower heads
- Strong, upright stems
- Flowers on new season's growth for dependable annual blooming
- Long season of colour from July to September
- Supports bees and other pollinators
- Easy to care for and reliable
Overview
Hydrangea arborescens 'Ruby Annabelle' is a striking deciduous shrub prized for its massive, rounded flower heads that bloom continuously from July to September. Opening from rich ruby-red buds, the dense flower clusters mature into vivid pink and deep red shades, supported by robust, sturdy stems that hold the heavy blooms upright. Reaching a neat mature height and spread of approximately 100 cm, 'Ruby Annabelle' is ideal for mixed borders, specimen planting, or patio containers.
Why We Love It
- Produces large, eye-catching ruby-pink flower heads from mid-summer into autumn.
- Strong, upright stems hold heavy blooms securely.
- Flowers reliably on new wood every season.
- Provides wonderful support for bees and other pollinating insects.
- Easy to grow and maintain in borders and containers.
Plant Details
| Botanical Name | Hydrangea arborescens 'Ruby Annabelle' |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Foliage Persistence | Deciduous |
| Foliage Colour | Green |
| Flower Colour | Pink |
| Flower Form | Large rounded flower heads |
| Flowering Season | July to September |
| Growth Habit | Upright and bushy |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Mature Height | 100 cm |
| Mature Spread | 90 cm |
| Hardiness | RHS H6 (-20°C to -15°C) |
Growing Guide
| Position | Full sun or partial shade. |
|---|---|
| Soil | Moist, fertile, well-drained soil. |
| Watering | Water regularly during the first growing season and during prolonged dry periods. |
| Mulching | Apply a generous mulch in spring to help conserve soil moisture. |
| Pruning | Prune back in February or March following Pruning Group 3 guidelines, as it flowers on new season's growth. |
Perfect For
- Border planting
- Specimen shrubs
- Patio containers
- Cottage garden schemes
Good to Know
- The flower heads attract bees and other pollinating insects.
- Features strong stems for enhanced weather resilience.
- Easy care variety suitable for gardeners of all experience levels.
Product Information
| Supplied Format | 3 litre pot |
|---|---|
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
| Care Level | Easy |
| Pack Quantity | 1 |
Growing & care
- Plant type
- shrub
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