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Hydrangea quercifolia 'Ruby Slippers'

Dwarf Oakleaf Hydrangea

'Ruby Slippers' has 9" long, upright inflorescences which open up white, quickly change to pink, and then turn a rosy-red. Foliage turns a fiery burgundy in the fall. Cinnamon-colored exfoliating bark continues winter interest.


  • Category:Shrubs
  • Hardiness Zone:5-8
  • Tall:4 Feet
  • Wide:5 Feet

Flower Color
Burgundy
Multi-Color
Red
Rose
White
Foliage Color
Green
Best Usage
Border or Bed
Mass Planting
Specimen
Soil Moisture Preference
Dry
Average
Good Drainage
Season of Interest (Flowering)
Summer
Fall
Season of Interest (Foliage)
Summer
Fall
Winter
Exposure
Sun
Part Shade
Growth Rate
Medium
Slow
Additional Information about Hydrangea quercifolia 'Ruby Slippers'

'Ruby Slippers' has 9" long, upright inflorescences which open up white, quickly change to pink, and then turn a rosy-red. Foliage turns a fiery burgundy in the fall. Cinnamon-colored exfoliating bark continues winter interest.

Compact, bushy habit makes 'Ruby Slippers' ideal for smaller landscapes.

Interesting Notes about Hydrangea quercifolia 'Ruby Slippers'

U.S. National Arboretum Plant Introduction