Ruby Slippers Oakleaf Hydrangea Fall

This bushy shrub grows only 3 4 tall and 4 5 wide and its large decorative leaves can withstand summer sun strong wind and heavy rain.

Ruby slippers oakleaf hydrangea fall.

A compact shrub ruby slippers is a fine choice for small spaces and planting in containers or training into a low hedge. 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. Monrovia s ruby slippers oakleaf hydrangea details and information. Learn more about monrovia plants and best practices for best possible plant performance.

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. Hydrangea quercifolia ruby slippers. Its lobed oak like leaves change to burgundy as fall appoaches bringing another layer of vibrant color to the landscape. Ruby slippers like most oakleaf hydrangeas require good drainage.

National arboretum ruby slippers boasts a multitude of stocky flowers that show up as white and then mature to striking deep rose. Developed by one of the premier hydrangea hybridizers sandra reed of the u s. Provide adequate moisture while the plant is getting established and use mulch to keep the shallow roots cool.