Hydrangeas

It generally takes several months to several years to change the color of hydrangea flowers, depending upon the original composition of the soil and the…

Rooting hydrangeas is easiest using softwood or greenwood cuttings taken in spring or summer. Hardwood cuttings can also be taken in the fall but may…

To make hydrangea flowers turn purple, start by bringing the soil pH to a slightly acidic level between about 5.0 and 6.0. Ensure the plant…

To make your hydrangeas pink, start by bringing the pH of your soil up to a neutral or even slightly alkaline level. Avoid fertilizers for…

To make your hydrangeas turn blue, start with a type of hydrangea that is capable of producing blue flowers, such as a cultivar of bigleaf…

Hydrangeas grow best in an area with morning sun and afternoon shade. They prefer well-drained soil rich in organic matter with a neutral to slightly…

To change a hydrangea’s flower color, start by testing and then adjusting the soil pH. For blue flowers, use sulfur to reduce the pH down…

When you see your hydrangea fading or losing its color, it may mean that the plant is stressed or lacking certain nutrients. Some of the…

The best fertilizer products for Endless Summer hydrangeas tend to be slow-release granular products with a balanced NPK ratio plus minor nutrients like iron. One…

Endless Summer hydrangeas should typically be pruned once per year in the summer after the blooms have faded. This hydrangea grows flower buds on its…

The most common reasons for Endless Summer hydrangea not blooming are pruning too much or at the wrong time of year, excessive application of nitrogen-rich…

Endless Summer hydrangea shrubs usually grow 3-5 feet tall and wide in a sphere shape. With regular pruning, they can become slightly wider than tall,…

Endless Summer hydrangeas typically like a bit of shade, particularly in the afternoon and in hot climates. The leaves can scorch in harsh afternoon sun,…

Little Lime hydrangea and Bobo hydrangea are both dwarf cultivars of panicle hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata). Bobo is the smaller of the two, usually reaching a…

The most common bobo hydrangea problems include diseases, insect infestations, and pruning tips, as well as watering guidelines for keeping your plant healthy and happy.…

From boxwood and yew to blue spruce and viburnum, there’s something for everyone when selecting the perfect accompaniment plants for the lovely Bobo hydrangea. Here…

Little Quick Fire hydrangea plants are best pruned in late winter or early spring. Start by removing any branches that are dead, damaged, or diseased. These…

Little Quick Fire shrubs do their best when surrounded by beneficial companion plants. From stonecrop and daylilies to yew and holly, as well as Japanese…

While Ruby Slippers hydrangea is a stand-out in the garden all on its own, it truly shines when surrounded by complementary companion plants. From coral…

To grow a climbing hydrangea in a pot, start by finding a large planter that’s a minimum of 18 inches tall and wide. The container…

Climbing hydrangeas are the perfect flowering vine to grow on a fence. Plant the base about 6″ away from the fenceline and add either a…

Looking for the best blue hydrangea varieties? Here are some of the most reliable tried-and-true hydrangea cultivars with blue flowers to consider. 1. Endless Summer…

Growing a climbing hydrangea on a trellis is easiest when you install the trellis at the same time as planting the hydrangea. If you’re growing…

The most important climbing hydrangea winter care task is to prepare them well for cold, harsh conditions. Water them regularly in the fall and even…