Ruby Slippers Oakleaf Hydrangea

Hydrangea quercifolia 'Ruby Slippers'

Pronunciation: hye-DRAYN-jee-uh kwerk-i-FOL-i-a
SKU #04816
5-9

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LIGHT: Filtered sun, Partial shade, Partial sun
WATER: Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE: Quickly reaches 3 to 4 ft. tall, 4 to 5 ft. wide.

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This Plant's Growing Zones: 5-9

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Description A profusion of exceptionally large white blooms in summer that quickly age to deep pink. Robust blooms remain upright even after heavy rains. Dark green, deeply lobed oak-like foliage turns brilliant mahogany in fall. The compact form works in smaller landscapes and is useful for mass planting, hedges or borders. Deciduous.
Bloom Time Summer
Deciduous/Evergreen Deciduous
Special Features Easy Care, Fall Color, Fast Growing, Compact Form
Problems/Solutions Dry Shade
Growth Rate Fast
Flower Attributes Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers
Landscape Use Border, Hedge
Flower Color Pink
Foliage Color Green
Foliage Fall Color Burgundy
Companion Plants Azalea (Azalea); Hosta (Hosta); Coral Bells (Heuchera); Holly (Ilex); Magnolia (Magnolia)
Care Instructions Prefers organically rich, well-drained soils, with shelter from harsh afternoon sun. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Fertilize regularly during growing season. Blooms on old wood; prune to shape in summer after flowering. Remove weak, damaged stems in early spring.
History A U.S. National Arboretum introduction.
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DescriptionA profusion of exceptionally large white blooms in summer that quickly age to deep pink. Robust blooms remain upright even after heavy rains. Dark green, deeply lobed oak-like foliage turns brilliant mahogany in fall. The compact form works in smaller landscapes and is useful for mass planting, hedges or borders. Deciduous.
Bloom TimeSummer
Deciduous/EvergreenDeciduous
Special FeaturesEasy Care, Fall Color, Fast Growing, Compact Form
Problems/SolutionsDry Shade
Growth RateFast
Flower AttributesFlowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Hedge
Flower ColorPink
Foliage ColorGreen
Foliage Fall ColorBurgundy
Companion PlantsAzalea (Azalea); Hosta (Hosta); Coral Bells (Heuchera); Holly (Ilex); Magnolia (Magnolia)
Care
Care InstructionsPrefers organically rich, well-drained soils, with shelter from harsh afternoon sun. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Fertilize regularly during growing season. Blooms on old wood; prune to shape in summer after flowering. Remove weak, damaged stems in early spring.
History
HistoryA U.S. National Arboretum introduction.

Frequently asked questions

Does Ruby Slippers Oakleaf Hydrangea produce flowers?
Summer
Is Ruby Slippers Oakleaf Hydrangea evergreen or deciduous?
Ruby Slippers Oakleaf Hydrangea is Deciduous.
What are the special features of Ruby Slippers Oakleaf Hydrangea?
Ruby Slippers Oakleaf Hydrangea is Easy Care, Fall Color, Fast Growing, Compact Form.
Is Ruby Slippers Oakleaf Hydrangea resistant to pests or animals?
Dry Shade
How fast does Ruby Slippers Oakleaf Hydrangea grow?
Ruby Slippers Oakleaf Hydrangea has a Fast growth rate.
Where can I use Ruby Slippers Oakleaf Hydrangea in my landscape?
Ruby Slippers Oakleaf Hydrangea is suitable for: Border, Hedge.
What color are Ruby Slippers Oakleaf Hydrangea flowers?
Ruby Slippers Oakleaf Hydrangea produces Pink flowers.
What color is the foliage of Ruby Slippers Oakleaf Hydrangea?
Ruby Slippers Oakleaf Hydrangea has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Ruby Slippers Oakleaf Hydrangea?
Good companion plants for Ruby Slippers Oakleaf Hydrangea include: Azalea (Azalea); Hosta (Hosta); Coral Bells (Heuchera); Holly (Ilex); Magnolia (Magnolia).
How do I care for Ruby Slippers Oakleaf Hydrangea?
Prefers organically rich, well-drained soils, with shelter from harsh afternoon sun. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Fertilize regularly during growing season. Blooms on old wood; prune to shape in summer after flowering. Remove weak, damaged stems in early spring.
What is the history of Ruby Slippers Oakleaf Hydrangea?
A U.S. National Arboretum introduction.

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