Light Needs
Mature Height
Mature Spread
Growing Zones
An Astounding Newer Hydrangea!
'Invincibelle Spirit' is the first pink arborescens to be made available to the public.
The best known and most widely grown Hydrangea arborescens is the spectacular, white-flowering 'Annabelle'. Until now, all arborescens have been white.
For years scientists have worked to develop a pink Annabelle. The result is 'Invincibelle Spirit' which appeared in some garden centers in 2010. Horticulturists are already working on improving the pink arborescens and, at this time, may be ready to introduce some new varieties to the market.
Some say the blooms of this hydrangea are very pink. Others say the pink is more of a dusty color.
In some situations, the stems of 'Invincibelle Spirit' may not be very strong. Some have reported that the stems tend to bend and break easily, at least while plants are young. However, this remarkable hydrangea, which was developed by Dr. Tom Ranney at North Carolina State University's Mountain Horticultural Crops Research Station, is an exciting introduction since it is the very first pink arborescens. No doubt there will be many more pink arborescens to follow.
Tim Wood, Marketing Manager for Spring Meadow, reports that 'Invincibelle Spirit' "is very hardy, blooms on new wood (which means that flowering is very reliable), and flowers from early summer until frost".
Compare Invincibelle® Hydrangeas
Compare flower color, mature size, reblooming performance, and the features that set each Invincibelle® smooth hydrangea apart.
| Variety | Flowers | Mature Size | Reblooms? | Why Choose It |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crisp white aging green | 2–2.5' H × 2–2.5' W | Yes | More flowers and stout stems on a compact plant | |
| Deep tourmaline green | 3.5–5' H × 3.5–5' W | Yes | Oversized green flowers on strong stems | |
| Plum-purple lacecap | 4–5' H × 4–5' W | No — Long Blooming | Open lacecap flowers with greater pollinator access | |
| Ruby red aging soft pink | 2.5' H × 2.5' W | Yes | Late, long-lasting color on a petite shrub | |
| Deep pink aging green | 3.5–4' H × 3.5–4' W | Yes | Improved pink Spirit with stronger stems | |
| White aging green | 1–2.5' H × 1–2.5' W | Yes | Original dwarf white smooth hydrangea | |
| Deep mauve-purple | 2.5–3' H × 2.5–3' W | Yes | Mauve-purple flowers on a dwarf mound | |
| Ruby red & silvery pink | 3–4' H × 2–3' W | Yes | Unique two-tone ruby color and narrow habit | |
| Lime green to green-white | 3–4' H × 3–4' W | Yes | Fresh green blooms that change color through the season | |
| Pink | 3.5–4' H × 3.5–4' W | Yes | The original breakthrough pink smooth hydrangea |
Invincibelle Spirit Hydrangea Plant Facts
Growing Conditions
- Hardiness ZonesGrowing Zones
- USDA Zones 3 to 8 (perennial); grown as an annual elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown indoors elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown in containers elsewhere (grown as a seasonal crop)
- Sun Exposure
- Part Sun to Full Sun (5+ Hours Direct Sun)
- Mature Height
- 42 - 48 Inches
- Mature Spread
- 42 - 48 Inches
- Plant Spacing
- 3-5 Feet
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Growth Habit
- , Mounded, Upright
- Water Needs
- Average
Flowers & Foliage
- Flower Colors
- , Pink
- Flower Description
- Pink, Mauve
- Bloom Time
- Summer to Fall
- Blooms On
-
New Wood
?
"Blooms on" tells you which stems produce flowers, which decides when it's safe to prune.
- New Wood: Flowers form on stems that grow this season. Prune in late winter or early spring without losing blooms.
- Old Wood: Flower buds form on last year's stems. Prune right after flowering. Pruning in fall or early spring removes next year's blooms.
- Both New and Old Wood: Blooms on last year's stems and again on new growth, so it flowers even after a hard winter or a mistimed pruning. Prune lightly after the first flush of blooms.
- When to Prune
- Late winter to early spring, before new growth starts
- Foliage Color
- , Green
- Foliage Description
- Green
- Foliage Type
- , Deciduous
- Seasonal Interest
- , Summer Flowering, Fall Flowering
Garden Benefits
Plant Overview
- Plant Type
- Smooth Hydrangea
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Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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