Invincibelle Lace® Smooth Hydrangea
Hydrangea arborescens subsp. radiata 'SMNHRLL'
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
#1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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#2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
#3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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#5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
#6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
#7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Invincibelle Lace® Smooth Hydrangea highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateMedium
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Fall Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Fragrant
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodSummer
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Growing Zones 3-8
Cold hardy Lacecap, the Invincibelle Lace® Smooth Hydrangea (Hydrangea arborescens subsp. radiata 'SMNHRLL') is a subtle pink bloom that has a flat umbel of plum-rose pink buds that burst open into pinkish-white blossoms from the outside in, giving them a lacy effect all over your shrub!
The dark green pointed and toothy foliage has reddish stems for a wonderful depth of two-tone color! The handsome leaves are picturesque and dense with the classic Hydrangea quilted texture for a standout landscape addition! Pollinators will be drawn to your shrub while it's in bloom, and Hydrangea Sphinx Moths use these bushes as host plants for their caterpillars.
Invincibelle Smooth Hydrangeas, like other varieties of wild Hydrangea are cold-hardy natives to the US growing zones 3-8 and can reach a decent 4-5 foot height and width without pruning and training. Naturally rounded and dense, they are fantastic anchors, accents, hedges and backdrops for all garden applications.
Planting and Application:
A graceful shrub that’s an elegant specimen and focal point. Anchor foundation plantings and garden beds with these elegant bushes. Tall and dense enough for low privacy and screening while providing a season-long green backdrop for smaller shrubs and perennials. Plant in your Cottage and mixed-shrub borders and along the out-of-the-way areas of your property to create woodland informal plantings in the dappled shade of larger trees.
Lacecap Hydrangeas feature a long-bloom time with no need to deadhead. Plant anywhere you need a consistent pop of soothing color and a place for pollinators to refuel. Add to cutting gardens for floral bouquets and dried décor. These can be pruned smaller as fine texture in large planters.
- Soft Rosy Plum Buds & Pinkish-White Blossoms
- Rich Green Textured Foliage
- Reddish Stems
- Beneficial Pollinator Pollen Source & Host Plant
- Long Bloom Time in Beds, Borders & Hedges
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Smooth Hydrangea bushes bloom on new wood, so prune in the late winter or very early in the spring before they begin to grow. Plant in a well-drained and highly organically enriched soil that remains consistently moist. So use a thick layer of mulch for moisture and insulation.
- Full Sun in Cooler Zones, Part Shade in Hot
- Regular Moisture
- Organically Enriched Well-Drained Soil
- Prune in Winter or Early Spring
Let Invincibelle Lace® Smooth Hydrangea add finery and elegance to your garden beds and hedges this year! Order improved native varieties for your landscape this year from NatureHills.com!