Hydrangea arborescens Sweet Annabelle ('Ncha4') (PBR)
sevenbark
The most recent addition to the popular 'Annabelle' series, and just like the others, this one has characteristically...
3 litre pot
£37.99
available to order from autumn
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Plant description
The most recent addition to the popular 'Annabelle' series, and just like the others, this one has characteristically strong stems and large flowerheads. The difference, however, is the colour of the flowers. The backs of the petals are a rich shade of raspberry, so when the flowers are just starting to unfurl from bud, the overall impression is of quite a strong pink, however as the upper surface of the petals is paler, the overall colouring is softer when the flowers have opened fully. Over the course of the summer the colour becomes even paler, and eventually the big heads take on a green hue. The flowers form on both new and old wood, which means that the plant can bloom for a really long period from early summer. This makes it an invaluable addition to the mixed or shrub border - as well as a large patio pot.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Hydrangea arborescens Sweet Annabelle ('Ncha4') (PBR):
Hydrangeas do not like to dry out. In dry weather, soak the roots with a hose and the plant will usually recover. Remove faded flowerheads in spring after the danger of frosts, cutting back the flowered stems to a strong pair of buds. Take out misplaced or diseased shoots. Mulch young plants with a well-rotted manure or compost in spring. Once established, remove a quarter to a third of the shoots to the base of the plant.
Please note:
This shrub is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
Warning
Humans: Skin allergen; Pets: Harmful if eaten
