Closeup of the bright blue blooms of a mophead hydrangea - Kenwiedemann/Getty Images Hydrangeas are as fascinating as they are beautiful. The blooms of certain varieties act as a litmus test of the ...
French hydrangeas are prized for their globe-like blooms, popping off like fireworks shows in gardens throughout the late spring and early summer. Mopheads are typically pink, blue, or white, but can ...
Hydrangea blooms bring a burst of color to your garden, and a little extra work in the winter will help keep them vibrant and ...
“I purchased some beautiful blue hydrangeas a few years ago, and they have not performed well since the first summer. The few flowers I do get are more of a pink color versus the blue color I ...
Hydrangeas are a garden favorite. Blue hydrangeas are in the same category as whale watching - elusive and spectacular. There are a few things we need to do to have blue hydrangea blossoms. First we ...
I have a pink hydrangea and would like to know how to make it bloom blue flowers. — Andrew Landry Hydrangeas are exceptional in that the color of their flowers can change depending on the availability ...
Hydrangeas one of the top ornamental plants in the country - but they have a special place in Cape Cod. Dubbed the signature plant of the area, the naturally acidic soil and mild winters of coastal ...
There's an old gardening myth that you can turn hydrangeas blue by burying pennies or nails in the soil. Unfortunately, this particular wisdom isn't true, but there are other ways you can change these ...
Bigleaf hydrangeas thrive in morning sun, afternoon shade, and moist, well-drained soil. Regular fertilization and watering are crucial for healthy growth and blooms. Prune after flowering, but avoid ...
Hydrangea macrophylla (Bigleaf Hydrangea): This variety is most commonly affected by soil pH. It includes both Mophead and Lacecap types. The color change is most dramatic in these hydrangeas.
There are about 80 species of hydrangea, and not all get ready for spring in the same way. So it's important to know how to ...
Q: I have a row of blue hydrangeas but a couple of them bloomed purplish pink this year. How do I make them go back to blooming blue? A: Changes in soil pH cause certain types of hydrangeas to change ...