06/20/2024
We have some beautiful Hydrangeas in our garden center ready for planting today! A 3 Gallon Pot for just $59.99!
Hydrangeas have a reputation for being quite the finicky flowering bush- but growing Hydrangeas can be easy if you follow these few simple rules.
1. When planting a new bush of Hydrangea, the soil needs to be kept moist, watering every day to every other day will keep the hydration in the petals and leaves. Water way before the sun is full to avoid burning the plant. If it's really hot, water multiple times a day (never water during peak sun hours) to prevent blooms from drooping.
2. Avoid South Facing positions, and make sure your Hydrangeas have ample shade and not too much direct sunlight.
3. Before planting make sure that your soil drains well. Hydrangeas love cow manure compost and or a peat moss ( baled sphagnum or granular peat) having nutrient rich soil really helps The Hydrangeas to take off.
4. Don't forget to Prune those Blooms! They are gorgeous in vases, and make beautiful centerpieces for the house, so remember to prune and keep some of those beauties for yourself, your plant will thank you!
5. Want to protect your Hydrangeas? Mulch is a good way to help prevent weeds and lock in moisture. Some of those bigger leaves soak up a ton of water, leaving none for the flower itself.
6. Want different colored Hydrangeas?
Change the PH balance of the soil by changing the acidity. In acidic soil below a pH of 6, Hydrangea Flowers are blue.
- In alkaline soil with a pH above 7, You may end up with either pink or red blooms.
-In neutral to slightly acid soil, the blooms could be pink and blue, or even purple!
6. Lastly, make sure any dead leaves or branches get cut off before the winter. Hydrangeas do not need much winter Care and will bloom again in the spring!
I hope these tips and facts help! Don't be afraid of planting your first Hydrangea Bush! They are simply a delight