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Smooth hydrangea 'Annabelle'

Hydrangea arborescens 'Annabelle'

Border plantingShade

Flowers for weeksTakes shade

Smooth hydrangea 'Annabelle'
The picture illustrates the species and is generated from its botanical name, not photographed in a particular garden.

What it needs, what it becomes

TypeShrubs
FamilyHydrangeaceae
Size when mature1.3 m tall, 1.3 m across
LightPart sun, Shade
MoistureMedium, Moist
Soilloam, clay
Soil pH5.5 to 7
Hardy to-30 degrees
FlowersJuly to September
For pollinatorsSome
WaterMedium water
UpkeepLittle
GrowthFast
In EuropeIntroduced
Spreading riskNone known
If eatenPeople: Can cause illness · Dogs: Can cause illness · Cats: Can cause illness

Safety

Reviewed and approved for Poland by a qualified gardener with thirty years of practice, 2026-09-22.

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