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Annabelle Hydrangea

Hydrangea Arborescens 'Annabelle'

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Overview

The Annabelle Hydrangea, Hydrangea arborescens 'Annabelle', is a deciduous shrub known for its enormous, round white flower clusters, up to 12 inches across. Thriving in zones 3-9, it reaches 3-5 feet in height and width. Plant in partial to full shade in moist, well-drained soil. Blooms from early summer to fall, offering a low-maintenance option ideal for borders or mass plantings with striking seasonal interest. Pruning promotes robust growth and larger blooms.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 4–9Type Shrub
Annabelle Hydrangea (Hydrangea Arborescens 'Annabelle') — 'Annabelle' is a low-maintenance plant that will offer beauty and elegance to any landscape it graces

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
4–9

Shape & size

Mature height
3–5 Ft.
Mature width
4–6 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Hydrangeaceae

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Annabelle Hydrangea (Hydrangea Arborescens 'Annabelle') — Pruning promotes robust growth and larger blooms; shrub for full or half, image 53
Annabelle Hydrangea (Hydrangea Arborescens 'Annabelle') — Blooms from early summer to fall; these magnificent blooms emerge a soft green in early, image 51
Annabelle Hydrangea (Hydrangea Arborescens 'Annabelle') — It can also be a good candidate for mass plantings, borders, or as an accent plant
Annabelle Hydrangea (Hydrangea Arborescens 'Annabelle') — This hydrangea is hardy in USDA zones 3 through 9, making it an adaptable choice for many, image 61
Annabelle Hydrangea (Hydrangea Arborescens 'Annabelle') — white flowers in the garden; offering a low-maintenance option ideal for borders or mass plantings
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