Hydrangea 'Ruby Slippers'

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Hydrangea quercifolia 'Ruby Slippers'

Genus

Hydrangea

Family

Hydrangeaceae

Order

Cornales

How to care for Hydrangea 'Ruby Slippers'

💦 Water

How often to water your Hydrangea 'Ruby Slippers'

Hydrangea 'Ruby Slippers' needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Hydrangea 'Ruby Slippers' in your home

Hydrangea 'Ruby Slippers' love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Hydrangea 'Ruby Slippers' does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Hydrangea 'Ruby Slippers' in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Hydrangea 'Ruby Slippers'

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Hydrangea 'Ruby Slippers': repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Hydrangea 'Ruby Slippers' after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Hydrangea 'Ruby Slippers' prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Hydrangea 'Ruby Slippers' requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Hydrangea 'Ruby Slippers' is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Hydrangea 'Ruby Slippers' is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

💨 Humidity

Hydrangea 'Ruby Slippers' doesn’t require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.

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🪴 Soil

Hydrangea 'Ruby Slippers' does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

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💩 Fertilizer

Hydrangea 'Ruby Slippers' grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

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❄️ Dormancy

It’s common for Hydrangea 'Ruby Slippers' to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.

🌎 Native Region

Hydrangea 'Ruby Slippers' is native to Asia and the Americas.

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Hydrangea 'Ruby Slippers' can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 5a-9a. Find your local hardiness zone here.

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🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Hydrangea 'Ruby Slippers', since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.