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A short selection that ages to deep raspberry.

Hydrangea paniculata Ruby Snow™

Creamy white cone-shaped flowers that age to bright, raspberry red on a compact, yet vigorous plant.

Mophead hydrangeas have been wildly popular in the gardening world, but if you’re looking for a flowering shrub to extend the season, panicle hydrangeas can’t be beat. Easy to grow with reliable flower power, they bloom on new wood – even in the coldest climates - which guarantees bright, billowy panicles year after year through the hottest months of summer.

Ruby Snow is a sensational new variety whose bright white panicles open in mid-summer. Closer to fall, as the nights cool, each cone shaped panicle turns ruby-red from the base up, leaving the tips topped in white like a snow cone. A compact form with strong stems, Ruby Snow can be planted in smaller gardens among other flowering shrubs and perennials. Plant in groupings or as exclamation marks along a garden path to draw the eye in. A true performer, even a beginning gardener will enjoy bragging rights with Ruby Snow!

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Who Am I?

  • Common Name

    Ruby Snow™ panicle hydrangea
  • Botanical Name

    Hydrangea paniculata ‘Bokorubs’ PPAF

Cultural Details

  • Bloom Time

    Summer to fall on new wood
  • Size

    3-4’ tall by 4-5’ wide
  • Hardiness Zone

    4–8
  • Light

    Full sun to partial shade (especially in the south)
  • Soil

    Average garden soil
  • Moisture

    Moist to dry.
  • Disease & Pests

    None known
  • Landscape Use

    Foundation plantings, cutting gardens, mixed borders, massing, native plant gardens.
  • Propagation

    Cuttings

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