Incrediball Hydrangea
For sale in Lawrenceville, GA
- Fast (1-2 ft/year)
- Full Sun to Part Shade
- Cold hardy to USDA Zone 8a
- Georgia grown & ready to plant
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About Incrediball Hydrangea
Incrediball Hydrangea (Hydrangea arborescens 'Incrediball') is an improved smooth hydrangea bred with much stronger stems than the older 'Annabelle' variety, so its enormous basketball-sized white flower heads, some reaching a foot across, stand upright rather than flopping to the ground after summer thunderstorms, a common frustration Georgia gardeners have with Annabelle Hydrangea. It grows 4-5 feet tall and wide and blooms reliably on new wood, meaning it can be cut back hard each late winter and still produce its full flush of flowers the following summer, making it an especially forgiving hydrangea for gardeners uncertain about pruning timing. It tolerates both full sun and part shade and adapts well to Georgia's clay soil provided moisture stays consistent through the growing season. Unlike bigleaf hydrangeas, Incrediball's white flower color is not influenced by soil pH. Its bold, rounded flower heads make a strong focal statement in mixed shrub borders and pair especially well with panicle hydrangeas for a extended, layered summer bloom display.
🚚 Delivery available to Lawrenceville and all of Gwinnett County — see our service area for exact timing.
Plant Specifications
| Mature Height | 4-5 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 4-5 ft |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Water Needs | Moderate to High — consistent moisture, especially in summer |
| Bloom Season | Summer |
| Growth Rate | Fast (1-2 ft/year) |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 8a |
| Deer Resistant | No |
| Pet Safe | Check with a vet |
| Native to Georgia | No |
Planting Instructions & Regional Tips
Plant in full sun to part shade in compost-enriched, well-drained soil; water deeply and consistently through summer to support the large flower heads. Cut stems back to 12-18 inches in late winter for the strongest new growth and largest blooms, since flowering occurs entirely on new wood. Stake in very windy or exposed sites if flower heads become heavy after rain.
Fast Facts
- Improved smooth hydrangea with much stronger stems than Annabelle
- Flower heads can reach up to 12 inches across
- Mature size: 4-5 ft tall and wide
- Blooms on new wood — safe to cut back hard each winter
- White flower color unaffected by soil pH
- Not deer resistant; toxic to pets if ingested
Pairs Well With
Incrediball Hydrangea FAQs
Is Incrediball Hydrangea better than Annabelle?
Incrediball Hydrangea has significantly stronger, thicker stems than Annabelle Hydrangea, so its large white flower heads stay upright instead of flopping over after rain, a common complaint with Annabelle in Georgia's frequent summer thunderstorms. Both bloom on new wood and can be cut back hard each winter.
Do deer eat Incrediball Hydrangea?
Yes, Incrediball Hydrangea is not considered deer resistant and can be browsed by deer, especially newly planted specimens. In Gwinnett County areas with heavy deer pressure, fencing or repellent application is worth considering until the plant is well established.