Hydrangea arborescens 'Annabelle'
Snowy, oh-so showy blooms
Grown by Mike's trusted specialists
Europe
Choose your size
In stock
Order before midday for next day delivery
Currently out of stock
Currently out of stock
Currently out of stock
Currently out of stock
Currently out of stock
Order before midday for next day delivery
Plant diary
- Flower
- Harvest
Hydrangea arborescens 'Annabelle'
- One of the most popular hydrangeas, and unsurprisingly so, 'Annabelle' stuns with its voluminous snowy blooms, which can measure up to 25cm across and present themselves in a lovely domed shape.
- This variety makes for a stunning flowering hedge, but can just as easily be treated as a standalone shrub in its own dedicated bed, such is its visual impact.
- Flowering atop a bed of rich green foliage, the blooms emerge in summer and make for excellent cut flowers in bouquets and decorative arrangements.
- Don't let the ostentatious appearance of the plant fool you, because it's still remarkably tough (H6 hardiness) and resilient to a range of conditions, including salty coastal air.
- 'Annabelle' is a deserving recipient of the RHS Award of Garden Merit, showcasing its high level of performance in British gardens.
What to expect
Supplied as
Height on arrival
Eventual height
Eventual spread
Flower colour
Habit
Hardiness
Spacing
Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, the Hydrangea arborescens 'Annabelle' can be grown in a pot, provided it is at least 40 cm in diameter and kept well-watered.
How big does it get?
The Hydrangea arborescens 'Annabelle' typically reaches a mature height of 1.5 to 2.5 metres and a spread of 1.5 to 2.5 metres.
How much sunlight does this need?
The Hydrangea arborescens 'Annabelle' prefers partial shade, thriving with morning sun and afternoon shade.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
The Hydrangea arborescens 'Annabelle' prefers a humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil of any pH.
How much watering does this plant need?
The Hydrangea arborescens 'Annabelle' requires frequent watering, roughly 25 to 50 millimetres per week, to prevent wilting during hot weather.
Will this plant need pruning?
Yes, the Hydrangea arborescens 'Annabelle' needs regular pruning to encourage healthy new growth and optimal flowering.
How hardy is this plant?
Hydrangea arborescens 'Annabelle' is fully hardy with an RHS rating of H6, tolerating temperatures down to -20°C and performing reliably across the entire UK.
The wider garden
Europe
Meet Mike's trusted specialists
Start with a touch of continental sun
Over 99% of our plants are grown in the UK, but where that’s not possible, Mike sources the best specialist growers in Europe for the job. Think citrus warmed by Sicilian sun, topiary trained by Dutch masters, almonds nourished in the Dordogne and bamboo bathed in Tuscan heat. Our handpicked growers nurture these plants to maturity before handing over to our team in the Cotswolds, to toughen them up for UK gardens.
What customers say about us
We do our best to provide you the best experience ever
Learn from our experts
For growing advice that's clear and easy to follow
What customers say about us
We do our best to provide you the best experience ever
Fighting plastic waste
Delivering fresh from the nursery
Supporting UK growers