Invincibelle® Ruby Smooth Hydrangea — 4” Proven Winners® ColorChoice® Shrub

Invincibelle® Ruby is a standout native smooth hydrangea (Hydrangea arborescens) with deep ruby-red buds that open into glowing garnet-pink blooms all summer long. Because it’s a native species, it’s naturally tough, adaptable, and highly disease resistant, making it one of the easiest hydrangeas to grow. Strong stems keep the big blooms upright, and as a new-wood bloomer, it flowers reliably every single year—no matter how winter behaves. Once established, it becomes deer resistant, giving you long-term peace of mind in the landscape.
Zones: 3–8
Sun: Full sun to part sun
Height/Spread: 3–4 ft tall × 3–4 ft wide
Bloom Time: Early summer to frost
Color Notes: Ruby-red buds opening to rich pink-red mophead blooms
Soil: Average, well-drained; tolerates clay
Water: Moderate; consistent moisture improves performance
Growth Habit: Upright, sturdy stems; dependable rebloomer
Maintenance: Blooms on new wood; prune in late winter or early spring
Deer Resistance: Good once mature
Best Uses: Foundation plantings, mixed borders, mass plantings, native-friendly landscapes
Why 4” Shrubs Are a Smart Choice:
• Fast to establish
• Light and easy to plant
• Affordable for hedges + mass plantings
• Young, vigorous roots ready to take off
• Same Proven Winners genetics—just earlier in the journey
Small pots. Big potential.