Garden Goods Direct | Annabelle Hydrangea

Native to the United States, the Annabelle Hydrangea (Hydrangea arborescens) is a naturally occurring cultivar that yields magnificent white flower clusters that can grow to 10 inches in diameter. Reaching up to 5 feet tall and wide, these show-stoppers are an excellent centerpiece for a border garden. If you reside in a climate unsuitable for macrophylla hydrangeas, this native hydrangea is an excellent alternative. It consistently regrows each season despite challenging conditions. While it thrives in morning sunlight, it needs afternoon shade in warmer areas but prefers full sun in cooler regions. Blooming from July to September, the Annabelle shrub’s pure white blossoms beautifully contrast with its deep green foliage. The blooms on the Annabelle Hydrangea are so large that the branches can sag after rain from the weight of its flowers. As a result, these flowering shrubs are often used as hedges where they can support each other as they grow and provide privacy in a beautiful and unexpected way.