Hydrangea arborescens 'Pink Annabelle'
An exceptional pink-flowered form of the beloved Annabelle hydrangea. This compact deciduous shrub produces enormous rounded flower clusters that emerge deep pink before gradually fading through shades of rose to lime green, creating a beautiful evolving display throughout summer and autumn.
Seasonal Highlights
From mid-summer onwards, the plant is covered with large mophead blooms up to 30cm across in stunning pink tones. The flowerheads age gracefully to lime green and hold well into autumn. Fresh green foliage provides a perfect backdrop before turning yellow in autumn.
Key Features
- Enormous pink mophead flowers
- Flowers on new wood for reliable blooming
- Compact, rounded habit
- Exceptional cold hardiness
- Long flowering season
Perfect For
Ideal for mixed borders, foundation plantings and containers. Excellent for cutting and drying. Perfect for cottage gardens and contemporary schemes. Provides strong structure in woodland gardens and shady borders.
Growing Tips
Plant in partial shade to shade in moisture-retentive, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Water regularly during dry spells. Prune hard in late winter to encourage strong flowering stems. Mulch annually to retain moisture.
Looks Great With
Beautiful alongside ferns, hostas and astilbes in shade. Complements roses, phlox and ornamental grasses in mixed borders. The pink tones harmonize with purple foliage plants like heuchera.
A stunning, reliable performer that delivers spectacular colour with minimal care, perfect for both traditional and contemporary gardens.