Botanical profile

Hydrangea arborescens 'Pinkerella'

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

Hydrangea arborescens ‘Pinkerella’ is a decorative shrub hydrangea valued for its deep pink blooms and balanced vigor in the garden. This variety stands out with large, rounded, full inflorescences, borne on robust stems that ensure good support throughout the season. Its dense and rounded habit makes it an excellent choice for flowerbeds, wide borders, and group plantings. The bright green deciduous foliage highlights the pink hue of the flowers, offering a soft and luminous contrast. Flowering on new wood, ‘Pinkerella’ ensures regular blooming even after a significant pruning in spring. Easy to maintain and generous, this selection brings color, structure, and continuous flowering to ornamental landscapes.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Partial shade to full sun
Watering
Moderate to regular
Fertilization
Light in spring
Soil type
Cool, rich, and well-drained
Minimum temperature
-35°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Summer
Flower color
Deep pink
Fruiting
Small discrete dry capsules
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Dense, rounded shrub
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
3–5 ft (1–1.5 m)
Width
3–5 ft (1–1.5 m)
Growth rate
Moderate
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.