Northwest Blooms · Shrubs
Hydrangea paniculata 'RUBY'
Angel's Blush Hydrangea
- Family
- Hydrangeaceae
- Height
- Up to 10 feet
- Width
- 8 feet
- Flower color
- White panicles that transition to pink
- Foliage color
- Green, deciduous leaves without notable fall color
- Bloom time
- Mid-summer to late fall
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade
- Water
- Average
- Maintenance
- Best pruned in late winter
- Growing zone
- USDA zones 4 to 8
- Wildlife
- Attracts pollinators, especially bees and butterflies
About this plant
Hydrangea paniculata 'RUBY', commonly known as Angel's Blush Hydrangea, is celebrated for its cone-shaped flower clusters that undergo a beautiful color transformation. The blooms emerge as creamy white in midsummer, gradually transitioning to soft pink and deepening to a rich ruby-red as the season progresses. This evolving palette creates a dynamic display, complemented by the plant's lush green foliage, which enhances the vibrancy of the blossoms.
Angel's Blush is a standout choice for gardeners seeking a long-lasting floral show. Its extended blooming season, from midsummer to early fall, makes it a versatile addition to mixed borders, foundation plantings, or as a focal point in the landscape. The flowers also hold well when dried, making them a favorite for decorative arrangements.
Works well in
Sun Gardens · Hedging & Privacy · Cottage Gardens · Cutting Gardens
Companion plants
Spirea · Feather reed grass · Catmint · Shasta daisy · Candytuft · Ornamental onion
Design tip
Use ‘Angel’s Blush’ to screen or soften a large wall, fence, or property boundary where its considerable height and width become an advantage. The long-lasting panicles add seasonal color while the substantial shrub provides useful garden structure.
