Plant in woodland gardens or group in partially shaded mixed shrub borders. Grows best in eastern Kansas.
Hydrangea arborescens 'Invincibelle® Spirit'
Smooth Hydrangea
Hydrangea arborescens 'NCHA1' - Invincibelle? Spirit Smooth Hydrangea
Tips for Homeowners:
Flowers best on new wood so prune back to the ground in late winter to encourage new stem growth.
Rate this Plant:
Sometimes known as the "pink 'Annabelle'" the flowers begin their show dark pink, later changing to bright pink.
- Pink flowered, mop-head form
- Continuous new flowers until frost
- Flower buds are produced on new wood
- Durable for fresh and dried arrangements
Height: 3-4 ft
Spread: 3-4 ft
Zone: 3-9
Color: Multi-Color
Interesting Notes about Smooth Hydrangea:
This shrub grows naturally in areas in moist, partially shaded woodland slopes or ravines. It will tolerate full sun as long as kept moist, but if too dry for too long the foliage will decline. The shrub is fast-growing and will send out new shoots (suckers) freely if given the opportunity.
Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes:
- Mass Planting
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Blooms all Season
- Focal Point
- Dried Flower/Foliage
- Low Maintenance
- Border or Bed
- Summer Bloomer
- Specimen
Foliage Color:
- Green
Exposure:
- Partial Sun
- Full Shade
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Songbirds
Critter Resistance:
- Rabbit Resistant
Habit:
- Mounding
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
- Fall
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water
- Moist, Well-Drained