Invincibelle Ruby
Hydrangea arborescens 'Invincibelle Ruby'
In growth
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In bloom
JFMAMJJASOND
Planting Guide
| Spacing | 3-4 ft apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 1000 |
| Life expectancy | 10+ years |
| Growth rate | Fast |
| Planted | 2024 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Partial Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Rich, well-draining, moist |
| Soil pH | 6.0-7.0 |
| Zones | 3-9 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Shrub |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Ovate (Egg-shaped) |
| Foliage colour | Dark Green |
| Bloom | Two-toned ruby red and silvery pink |
| Fruit | Capsule |
| Evergreen | Deciduous |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Coarse Roots (> 2 mm) |
| Function | Mixed Orders |
| Propagation | Softwood cuttings |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Bees |
|---|---|
| Deer | Not Resistant |
| Toxicity | Toxic to Dogs/Cats |
| Edibility | Inedible |
| Companions | Hostas, Ferns, Astilbe |
Where it came from
| Grower | Proven Winners |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Needs consistent moisture, especially if in more sun.
Maintenance
Prune back by one third in early spring as it blooms on new wood.
Cleanup
Remove dead stems in late fall or early spring.
Notes
Reblooming smooth hydrangea with striking red/pink mophead flowers.