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Hydrangeaceae
Trees and shrubs
Oakleaf Hydrangea 'Ruby Slippers'
Hardiness
Zone 5
Discover the plant
Family
Hydrangeaceae
Hydrangea quercifolia 'Ruby Slippers' is a compact shrub with oak-like leaves, recognized for its abundant flowering and exceptional autumnal coloration. This variety is distinguished by its upright, conical panicles, which are initially creamy white and then rapidly transition to deep pink and ruby red by the end of the blooming season. Its overall habit is dense, rounded, and slightly wider than it is tall, making it ideal for foreground plantings, moderately sized specimen plantings, and residential gardens. The deeply lobed, dark green deciduous foliage takes on spectacular shades of red, purple, and burgundy in the autumn, providing significant ornamental interest across multiple seasons. 'Ruby Slippers' flowers on old wood and requires light and thoughtful pruning. Highly valued for its controlled size and strong visual impact, it is an excellent choice for gardens seeking structure, color, and natural elegance.
Soil and care
The right conditions.
Hardiness zone
Zone 5
Minimum temperature
-40°C
Fertilization
Moderate, compost or fertilizer for shrubs
Bloom and dimensions
The complete profile.
Flower color
Creamy white evolving to pink then ruby red
Foliage color
Dark green turning purplish red
Foliage type
Obsolete
Growth rate
Moderate
Bloom period
Summer
Fruiting
Dry capsules of no ornamental interest
Maximum height
3–4 ft (1–1.2 m)
Maximum width
4–5 ft (1.2–1.5 m)
Its strengths, naturally.
Not recommended for pets
Pets
Attracts or supports pollinating insects
Pollinators
Plants that attract butterflies
Butterflies
