Botanical profile

Hydrangea paniculata 'Ruby Snow'

Latin name
Hydrangea paniculata 'Ruby Snow'
Common name
Panicle Hydrangea 'Ruby Snow'
Type
Ornamental shrub
Family
Hydrangeaceae

Hydrangea paniculata 'Ruby Snow' is a highly decorative shrubby hydrangea, prized for its contrasting bicolour flowering and solid, well-structured habit. This variety is distinguished by its dense conical panicles, the base of which quickly turns a deep ruby red while the upper part remains creamy white, creating a striking and elegant two-tone effect. Its overall habit is compact to intermediate, upright and well-branched, with a silhouette slightly taller than wide, making it ideal for structured beds, low flowering hedges and specimen planting. Like all Hydrangea paniculata, 'Ruby Snow' flowers on new wood, ensuring reliable and abundant blooms every summer, even after harsh winters. The deciduous medium green foliage strongly highlights the floral contrast and maintains a beautiful appearance throughout the season. Robust and original, it is an excellent choice for northern gardens seeking a distinctive visual impact.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Watering
Regular
Fertilization
Moderate, flowering shrub fertilizer
Soil type
Ordinary to rich, well-drained
Minimum temperature
-35°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Summer
Flower color
Cream white and ruby pink two-tone
Fruiting
Dry capsules of no ornamental interest
Foliage color
Medium green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Upright, dense, and well-structured shrub
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
1.5–1.8 m (5–6 ft)
Width
4–5 ft (1.2–1.5 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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