Botanical profile

Hydrangea arborescens 'Incrediball'

Latin name
Hydrangea arborescens 'Incrediball'
Common name
Hydrangea 'Incrediball'
Type
Ornamental shrub
Family
Hydrangeaceae

Hydrangea arborescens 'Incrediball', known as Incrediball hydrangea, is a spectacular ornamental shrub recognized for its immense spherical inflorescences and abundant flowering. This variety forms a dense, rounded shrub that adds volume and elegance to flowerbeds and borders. In summer, it produces gigantic ball-shaped flowers that can reach nearly 30 cm in diameter, initially pale green then bright creamy white when mature. The inflorescences stand above the foliage and create a very decorative effect in the garden. Its dark green, broad, and slightly textured deciduous foliage highlights the generous bloom. As this hydrangea blooms on new wood, pruning in spring stimulates even more vigorous flowering. Very hardy and easy to maintain, Hydrangea arborescens 'Incrediball' is an ideal plant for northern gardens where it provides reliable flowering every summer.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Watering
Regular, cool soil in summer
Fertilization
Balanced fertilizer (10-10-10 or 20-20-20), in early spring and mid-season if necessary. Promotes abundant flowering.
Soil type
Cool, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral
Minimum temperature
'-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
June to September
Flower color
Creamy white
Fruiting
Without ornamental interest
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Rounded, flexible and bushy shape, forming a light tuft
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
4.9 ft (1.5 m)
Width
4.9 ft (1.5 m)
Growth rate
Moderate
Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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