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Ruby Slippers® Oakleaf Hydrangea
Ruby Slippers® Oakleaf Hydrangea
$44.25
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Hydrangea quercifolia 'Ruby Slippers'
Choose Ruby Slippers® Oakleaf Hydrangea if you want bold flower color and red fall foliage in a smaller footprint. The tradeoff: it is a specimen shrub, not a privacy screen or formal hedge.
Buy This If
- You want oakleaf texture.
- You value fall foliage.
- You prefer a compact oakleaf.
Skip This If
- You need blue flowers.
- You want a narrow shrub.
- You need a screen.
PGNE Report Card
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | A- | The flowers age from white to red and the foliage carries the plant after bloom. |
| Growth Rate | B | It fills in steadily, but it is not a fast cover-up plant. |
| Maintenance | B+ | It needs little shaping if placed with enough room from the start. |
| Deer Resistance | C | Hydrangeas aren't deer-resistant, but they aren't a deer favorite either. Deer may nibble tender new growth and flower buds, so protect plants where deer pressure is heavy. |
| Small Space Fit | B+ | It is compact for an oakleaf hydrangea, but still needs side room. |
| Screening Value | C | It adds body to a bed, but it is too low and open for real screening. |
Our Experience
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend this for a foundation corner, mixed shrub bed, or woodland edge where the foliage can be appreciated after the flowers fade.
Plant Facts
| Mature Height | 3.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 4.5 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 5a-9b |
| Spacing | 4.5 ft |
| Sun | Part Sun to Shade |
| Moisture | Dry to average |
| Growth Habit | Rounded, mounding, compact |
Customers Usually Ask
Will the flowers stay white?
No, they open white and age into red tones.
Is this the same as a blue hydrangea?
No, this is an oakleaf hydrangea, grown more for texture, flower aging, and fall color.
Should I prune it hard each spring?
No, avoid hard spring pruning because oakleaf hydrangeas bloom on older wood.
Why Hydrangeas Steal the Show?
Hydrangeas deliver oversized blooms, rich seasonal color, and reliable performance in New England landscapes. Whether you prefer classic blue mopheads, bright white panicles, or soft pink rebloomers, hydrangeas create dramatic focal points with surprisingly low maintenance. Perfect for foundation plantings, borders, and statement garden beds.
- Massive, Show-Stopping Blooms - Oversized flower heads create instant visual impact and elevate any garden space.
- Reliable & Cold Hardy - Many varieties perform well in Zones 4–8, making them ideal for northern landscapes.
- Long Seasonal Color - Extended bloom time keeps your yard vibrant from mid-summer through early fall.
The PGNE Oak Advantage
Oak trees are a long-term investment in strength, structure, and lasting beauty. At Pro Growers of New England, our oaks are grown locally and selected specifically for performance in New England’s soil and climate conditions. Each tree is carefully maintained to develop strong root systems and balanced branching before it ever leaves the nursery.
Unlike trees shipped long distances in confined packaging, our oaks are properly spaced and hardened on-site. We welcome customers to visit the nursery, walk through our inventory, and inspect the structure, caliper, and overall health firsthand — ensuring you know exactly what you’re planting.
Unlike trees shipped long distances in confined packaging, our oaks are properly spaced and hardened on-site. We welcome customers to visit the nursery, walk through our inventory, and inspect the structure, caliper, and overall health firsthand — ensuring you know exactly what you’re planting.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-32043
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