Smooth Hydrangea (Hydrangea arborescens 'Annabelle')
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Smooth Hydrangea (Hydrangea arborescens), and therefore the ‘Annabelle’ cultivar, is native to the **eastern United States**. Specifically, it’s found from New York south to Florida, and west to Iowa and Oklahoma.
‘Annabelle’ itself was discovered in Anna, Illinois, hence the name. So, geographically, the *origin* of ‘Annabelle’ is Anna, Illinois, but the *native region* of the species it belongs to is the broader eastern United States.
Suitable in 3 gallon or larger, Needs excellent drainage in pots