Ruby Slippers Oakleaf Hydrangea Fall

National arboretum ruby slippers boasts a multitude of stocky flowers that show up as white and then mature to striking deep rose.

Ruby slippers oakleaf hydrangea fall. Monrovia s ruby slippers oakleaf hydrangea details and information. Its lobed oak like leaves change to burgundy as fall appoaches bringing another layer of vibrant color to the landscape. The color show continues into fall when the foliage turns burgundy. Ruby slippers like most oakleaf hydrangeas require good drainage.

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. 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. Ships in a 4 pot. 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.

Provide adequate moisture while the plant is getting established and use mulch to keep the shallow roots cool. Ruby slippers is a compact form of oakleaf hydrangea which is a must have for smaller spaces. Hydrangea quercifolia ruby slippers.