Roberta s Garden M89810 1-PC Proven Winners Invincibelle Ruby Smooth User Guide
- June 9, 2024
- Roberta s Garden
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Roberta s Garden M89810 1-PC Proven Winners Invincibelle Ruby Smooth User Guide
Tips for Success
Water: Water your plants immediately after taking them out of the box. Give them enough water so that the soil appears damp and water trickles out the bottom of the pot.
Plants look Dry or Foliage appears Lackluster: Sometimes plants may appear
dried out and wilted after the voyage. Do not despair. When this happens the
foliage may look lackluster but the rootstock is still perfectly healthy and
alive. To plump your plants back up, water them and wait 5 minutes and then
water them again. This will generally rehydrate them. Keep these plants well-
watered until you can re-plant them into larger containers or in the garden
within the next week. If plants arrive dry, it is often because the roots have
outgrown the small shipping pots and need more room to grow; roots tend to dry
out quickly in small containers. Your plants are very much alive and when you
transplant them into larger pots or the earth, they will start growing
quickly! So, re-plant them as soon as possible. Remove any yellow or brown
foliage. If a lot of the plant’s foliage has yellowed, you may cut the foliage
back to just above the soil line. This will give your plant a chance to
restart, and it encourages bushier, thicker growth.
Time to Plant! Your plants are now ready to be replanted. Follow the planting
guide inside for detailed instructions on how to most effectively plant your
new plants.
First Year Maintenance: For perennials, the first year (or sometimes two) will require additional maintenance. During the first season of growth, even if the plant is known to be drought-tolerant, it is very important to water your plants on a regular basis, meaning up to 3-4 times per week. When plants are in their infancy stage, they need to be watered by their caretaker until they’ve had a chance to build a strong enough root system to subsist on their own. If you are experiencing severe heat, drought like conditions, or your plants appear consistently droopy, you may need to water your plants almost every day.
Invincibelle® Ruby Smooth Hydrangea: This delightful Hydrangea is the perfect size for any garden. If you have a large garden, envision planting a lot of them together. Or if you have a small garden, a single plant will be a focal point, whether in the garden or in containers. They feature exciting ruby colored flowers atop deep green foliage for a splendid display. They are one of the most reliable blooming Hydrangea to grow.
We aren’t happy if you aren’t happy. If you have any questions regarding your
order please call us at 1-765-525-4065
during the hours of 8:30 am and 4:30 pm EST. You can email questions to us at:
customerservice@robertasinc.com.
If your bulbs, cuttings, etc. do not sprout, or your plant dies within one
year from the date of shipment, we will send you a replacement free of charge.
We cannot accept responsibility for losses due to extreme weather or neglect.
Simply call us at the above toll tree number or fill out the plant replacement
form on our website at RobertasUniqueGardens.com.
Roberta’s will replace it with a similar or comparable plant at no charge. If
your replacement is not available or it is too late in the season to ship, it
will ship the following year.
Quick Reference
Planting Steps
Step 1 Remove plants from their box and take off other packing materials.
Open your box outside or somewhere you don’t mind getting messy, as some of
the soil may have been shaken loose in transit.
Step 2 Check if your plant is thirsty. They probably need a nice drink of
water after their voyage. If the plant feels light or the soil is dry to the
touch, give your plants a watering.
Step 3 Allow your plants time to adjust to their new home before re-
planting by placing them in a warm sunny spot for 1-2 days. Then they will be
ready for re-planting with renewed vigor.
Step 4 Pull away or cut off any yellow or brown leaves, or any old
flowers this is normal.
Step 5 Transplant into the garden or containers as soon as evening
temperatures stay above 40F. Dig holes the width of the root ball and deep
enough so that the original top of the soil is flush with the new soil line.
Water the new location before and after planting your plant. This will help
the young roots stay hydrated. Once you’ve placed your plant in the hole, fill
in the rest of the hole with extra soil or potting mix, ensuring the entire
root system is covered with soil.
Plant Caretaking
Upon Arrival: Please take plants out of the box immediately and remove any shipping materials from around the plants. Give them some water and place them in a warm sunny area for 1-2 days before replanting.
Planting Depth & Spacing: Dig a deep enough hole so that the entire plant easily fits into the hole and the top of the soil line of your plant is flush with the top of the soil in the hole you have dug about 8-10″. It is important that the soil line of your plant does not protrude above the soil line in the ground or container. Space plants about 4′ apart in the garden.
Potted Plants: Make sure your container has holes to allow excess water to drain. Repot one plant in a 24-36″ container. Only place one plant per pot.
Soil Preparation: If you soil is clayish, amend it with standard potting mix to improve drainage. They prefer fertile, well-drained soil.
Watering: To determine if your plant needs water, put your finger in the top of the soil and if the top inch is dry, it is time to water. It is important to make sure young plants do not experience long periods of dryness. However, they also do not like soggy conditions. They will be much more drought tolerant by the second season.
Fertilizer: Use Roberta’s Bounty fertilizer once or twice a month all summer long.
Pet Considerations: Ensure your pets do not consume plants. Blooming: These
are excellent reblooming Hydrangea that will
continue blooming all summer long. And because they flower on new growth,
there is no fear about accidentally pruning away flower buds.
Pruning: We recommend pruning your Hydrangea back by about 1/3 of its height
each spring. For example, if your plant was 3′ tall, prune back to 2′. Do so
just as new growth is beginning to emerge. This will help create a very strong
foundation and lots of new growth. Remember, these flower on new growth, so
encouraging fresh growth means more flowers.
