Hydrangea arborescens (Smoothleaf Hydrangea)
Color Name: Invincibelle Ruby®
The dark burgundy red flower buds of Invincibelle Ruby open to a two-toned combination of bright ruby red and silvery pink. The foliage is extra dark and stems are strong, making this hydrangea a gem in any garden. It's the same type of hydrangea as the classic and much-loved Annabelle but instead of plain white blooms, the flowers are a deep pink-mauve, and they're held up on strong, sturdy stems that don't flop
Growing Tips: We recommend full sun for smooth hydrangeas in the cooler end of its hardiness range; afternoon shade is a good idea in warmer climates, however. The flower color of smooth hydrangeas is not influenced by soil chemistry. Makes an excellent cut flower, both cut and dried.
Soil: Grows well in most soils; avoid wet and poorly drained sites. Mulch is recommended in the landscape.
Pruning: Blooms on new wood - cut back by about one-third its total height in early spring, just as the new growth begins to emerge on the stems. Smooth hydrangeas may be cut back harder, however, this prevents woody cells from developing, prohibiting the plant from achieving its maximum stem strength.
Uses: Versatile and showy, smooth hydrangeas offer dozens of landscape applications: foundation plantings, perennial gardens, hedges, cut flower gardens, naturalizing, pollinator and wildlife gardens.
Photo courtesy of Spring Meadow Nursery, Inc.
The dark burgundy red flower buds of Invincibelle Ruby open to a two-toned combination of bright ruby red and silvery pink. The foliage is extra dark and stems are strong, making this hydrangea a gem in any garden. It's the same type of hydrangea as the classic and much-loved Annabelle but instead of plain white blooms, the flowers are a deep pink-mauve, and they're held up on strong, sturdy stems that don't flop
Growing Tips: We recommend full sun for smooth hydrangeas in the cooler end of its hardiness range; afternoon shade is a good idea in warmer climates, however. The flower color of smooth hydrangeas is not influenced by soil chemistry. Makes an excellent cut flower, both cut and dried.
Soil: Grows well in most soils; avoid wet and poorly drained sites. Mulch is recommended in the landscape.
Pruning: Blooms on new wood - cut back by about one-third its total height in early spring, just as the new growth begins to emerge on the stems. Smooth hydrangeas may be cut back harder, however, this prevents woody cells from developing, prohibiting the plant from achieving its maximum stem strength.
Uses: Versatile and showy, smooth hydrangeas offer dozens of landscape applications: foundation plantings, perennial gardens, hedges, cut flower gardens, naturalizing, pollinator and wildlife gardens.
Photo courtesy of Spring Meadow Nursery, Inc.
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Flower Color: Pink/Red Shades Foliage Color: Green Shades
Height: 3 to 4 Feet Spread: 2 to 3 Feet Hardy in Zone: 4, 5, 6 |
Blooms: Summer
Foliage Season: All Season |
Exposure
Full Sun
Partial Shade
Soil Moisture Needs
Moderate
Attributes |
 Native  Extended Bloomer  Dried Flower Mass Planting Rebloomer Landscapes Easy to Grow Cut Flower or Foilage Border Specimen Plant
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