So pretty, it's hard to believe it could be so tough! But that's Invincibelle Mini Mauvette smooth hydrangea: despite the delicate color of its abundant blooms, it's a super sturdy and durable plant, with strong supportive stems that always keep the flowers upright. Thick, deep green foliage comes to an unusual point, providing additional texture. Invincibelle Mini Mauvette hydrangea is the ideal choice for all gardens, but gardeners in cold climates will especially love that it allows them to grow a brilliant pink hydrangea with all the reliability of 'Annabelle'.

What makes Invincibelle Mini Mauvette different from other smooth hydrangeas?

• Uniquely colorful mauve-pink flowers
• Exceptionally sturdy stems - very rigid and strong
• Extra-petite habit is easy to use in the landscape or garden for a spot of summer color

Details:
Name: Hydrangea arborescens 'NCHA7' pp#30,358, cbraf
Hardiness: USDA zones 4-8
Height + width: 2.5-3'
Light: Full to part sun
Soil: Any well-drained soil will do. Though dry conditions are unlikely to harm an established plant, prolonged drought will severely limit floral life.
Pruning: Blooms on new wood; prune back by one-third in late winter/early spring for better habit and a slight improvement in stem strength.
Water: Average water needs. Does not tolerate wet conditions.
Fertilizer: Fertilize once in early spring with a rose fertilizer if desired.
Bloom time: Summer, early fall
Bloom color: Deep mauve-pink, opening to purple-pink, and aging to pink-green
Uses: Invincibelle Mini Mauvette hydrangea can be used in any landscape or garden application, but thanks to its petite size, neat habit, and super flowering abilities, it makes an excellent choice for including in perennial gardens and flower beds. Very nice in containers, too.