Ruby Slippers Oakleaf Hydrangea

The Ruby Slippers Oakleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea quercifolia 'Ruby Slippers') is a compact, deciduous shrub known for its stunning flowers, attractive foliage, and remarkable fall color. Ideal for small gardens and landscapes, this versatile and low-maintenance plant adds visual interest throughout the growing season. The Overall Plant The Ruby Slippers Oakleaf Hydrangea is a dwarf cultivar that typically grows to a height of 3 to 4 feet and a spread of 3 to 5 feet. Its compact size and mounding growth habit make it an excellent choice for use in foundation plantings, mixed borders, or as a specimen plant. Hardy in USDA zones 5 through 9, this shrub thrives in partial shade and prefers well-drained, acidic to neutral soil. This plant offers multi-season interest with its impressive flowers in summer, vibrant foliage in fall, and exfoliating bark in winter. The Flowers The Ruby Slippers Oakleaf Hydrangea boasts large, cone-shaped flower panicles that emerge in summer, creating a stunning