Purple and blue hydrangea growing in a raised rock wall border - Svetlana Zhukova/Shutterstock Few sights are as disheartening as a lush hydrangea weighed down and splayed open after heavy rain. These ...
Hydrangeas are brimming with nostalgia, stirring memories of endless Southern summers. When winter arrives, these charming plants need a little TLC to ensure summer blooms return the following season.
The steps you take in winter can give your hydrangeas the best start for spring. From shielding them from the frost to proper pruning, cold-weather prep is key.
Here’s why hydrangeas are having a banner year on the East Coast and how you can enjoy them. By Hank Sanders Horticulturists, gardening enthusiasts and tourists from far away have all taken note: This ...
BECAUSE OF MY GREAT GREEN THUMB. MY HYDRANGEAS ARE HAVING A BANNER YEAR. TURNS OUT SO ARE EVERYBODY. IT OFF BACK HERE. SO THAT’S WHAT I’VE REMOVED. PRUNING NOW MAY EVEN PRODUCE MORE BLOOMS BY ...
Hydrangeas not blooming may be due to improper pruning time, winter damage, or too much shade. Bigleaf and oakleaf hydrangeas bloom on old wood, so pruning them in winter removes flower buds. Smooth ...
Hydrangeas are a garden favorite thanks to their cloud-like blooms and classic charm. Best of all, you don’t need a vast estate to enjoy them. Planting in containers is a wonderful, rewarding way to ...
Among these cold-tolerant hydrangeas are varieties with pinky-red and green blooms, while others are resistant to those pesky ...
If you've always wanted pink and purple French hydrangeas but your plants stay stubbornly blue, try this soil amendment that's hiding in your fireplace.