Annabelle Smooth Hydrangea (Hydrangea arborescens 'Annabelle') - 2 gallon -Ship Only
Annabelle Smooth Hydrangea (Hydrangea arborescens 'Annabelle') - 2 gallon -Ship Only
Plant Details
- Size
- 2 Gallon
- Attributes
- Cut Flower, Dried Flower, Fragrant, Native, Naturalizing, Urban Tolerant
- Exposure
- Part Shade, Shade
- Features
- Summer flowering, Yellow Fall Color
- Habit
- Rounded
- Height
- 3-5'
- Programs
- American Beauties® Natives
- Soil
- Average, Moist
- Width
- 4-6'
- Wildlife
- Pollinators
- Zone
- 3–9
Description
The Annabelle Smooth Hydrangea (Hydrangea arborescens 'Annabelle') is a beloved choice for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance plant with high visual impact. Known for its stunning, large white flower heads that can reach up to 12 inches across, Annabelle brings a touch of elegance to any garden setting. This deciduous shrub grows to a manageable size of 3 to 5 feet in both height and width, making it perfect for borders, hedges, or as a standalone specimen. Caring for your Annabelle Hydrangea is straightforward. Plant it in a location with well-drained soil and provide it with partial to full sun exposure. Regular watering is essential, particularly during dry periods, and mulching around the base can help maintain soil moisture and temperature. Annabelle is not only cherished for its beauty but also for its adaptability, flourishing in USDA zones 3 to 9. This hydrangea is a fantastic solution for gardeners looking to add long-lasting blooms to their landscapes, as it flowers profusely from early summer through fall. Its ability to thrive in various conditions makes it a versatile addition to any garden, while its showy blooms provide a stunning focal point that enhances curb appeal. Whether you're an experienced gardener or a newcomer, Annabelle's ease of care and striking appearance make it a rewarding choice for your outdoor space.Will this grow in my area?
This plant is hardy in Zones 3–9–3–9. Enter your ZIP to check your zone.
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1. Dig a hole 1½–2× the width of your plant's root ball. Set the soil to the side.
2. Mix your backfill — Pine Bark Soil Conditioner, Compost & Native Soil (1/3 of each) in a wheelbarrow or on the ground.
3. Plant it high — when backfilling, keep the plant 2–3" higher than the surrounding soil (as shown). Plant flush with the soil if in a raised bed.
4. Mulch the top of the soil 2–3" deep around the plant — keep mulch away from the main trunk.
5. Feed as you plant with Holly-tone for acid-loving plants.
The 1/3 backfill blend:
Over- and under-watering is the #1 cause of plant death — so always check the soil before you water.
- Clear or dusty → water the plant
- Muddy → soil is too wet
- Moist with a little soil clinging to it → watered just right ✓
- Won't go in → water immediately
Newly planted trees & shrubs — keep the soil moist their first season and never let it dry out. Water slowly at the base (hose ~6" from the trunk, pencil-thin stream):
- Shrubs — 3 min
- Ornamentals (flowering crab, etc.) — 10 min
- Evergreens (6') — 15 min
- Deciduous (2½" caliper) — 15 min (+15 min per extra inch)
Using a Gator Bag? Fill it every 3 days.
How often (OHIO Weather) (new plantings):
- Apr 15 – May 15: once a week
- May 16 – Sept 15: twice a week
- Sept 16 – Oct 31: once a week
- Mid-Nov – early Dec: once, if the ground isn't frozen
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