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Ruby Slippers' Oakleaf Hydrangea 3 Gallon

Ruby Slippers' Oakleaf Hydrangea 3 Gallon

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SKU:NSF6012-RedCrocus

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Hydrangea quercifolia 'Ruby Slippers' Information Page
Hydrangea quercifolia 'Ruby Slippers'

Hydrangea quercifolia 'Ruby Slippers'

Description

The 'Ruby Slippers' Oakleaf Hydrangea is a stunning deciduous shrub known for its large, cone-shaped clusters of flowers that start white and mature to a deep rose-pink. Its oak-like leaves turn brilliant shades of mahogany in the fall, adding year-round interest to gardens.

Suggested Uses

This hydrangea is perfect for woodland gardens, mixed borders, and as a specimen plant. It can also be used in mass plantings for a dramatic effect. Its compact size makes it suitable for smaller gardens and urban landscapes.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Hydrangea quercifolia 'Ruby Slippers'
  • Common Name Common Name: Ruby Slippers' Oakleaf Hydrangea
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 3-4 feet tall and wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 5-9
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Early summer to late summer
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Moderately
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Ferns, hostas, and other shade-loving plants

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall, ensuring the root ball is level with the soil surface.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers rich, well-drained soil.
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates average humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead wood.
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch in late fall to protect roots in colder climates.
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as it was in the pot.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer.
  • Special Care Special Care: Protect from strong winds to prevent damage to branches.
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