Ruby Slippers Oakleaf Hydrangea Winter

A us national arboretum cross of snow queen and pee wee.

Ruby slippers oakleaf hydrangea winter.

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. Robust blooms remain upright even after heavy rains. Ruby slippers is a compact form of oakleaf hydrangea which is a must have for smaller spaces. Oakleaf hydrangeas bloom on last year s growth so prune them minimally after they bloom instead of in the springtime when you would be removing flower buds.

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. 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. Fall foliage is vibrant mahogany. Ruby slippers oakleaf hydrangea hydrangea quercifolia ruby slippers sku 4816.

A deciduous flowering shrub the oakleaf hydrangea is ideal for borders mass planting and foundation planting. Near 4 feet tall and 3 feet wide. Hydrangea ruby slippers common name oakleaf hydrangea try dainty ruby slippers. A compact shrub ruby slippers is a fine choice for small spaces and planting in containers or training into a low hedge.

The flowers bloom in summer and fall in shades of pink pale purple and creamy white. The compact form works in smaller landscapes. 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.

Visit us to learn more about our ruby slippers dwarf oakleaf hydrangea. Add interest to your landscape with this hardy shrub. Sure to be a perfect fit our ruby slippers will rival the legendary pair. Rounded habit is covered with 9 long inflorescences held upright above the foliage.

Flowers emerge white and progress to pale pink maturing to deep rose. Growing just 3 1 2 to 4 ft. Developed by one of the premier hydrangea hybridizers sandra reed of the u s. Ruby slippers like most oakleaf hydrangeas require good drainage.

Provide adequate moisture while the plant is getting established and use mulch to keep the shallow roots cool. A profusion of exceptionally large white blooms in summer that quickly age to deep pink.