Hints and Tips for Growing Hydrangeas

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Hydrangeas are best grown in rich soil, so it is recommended to dig in a lot of compost and other organic matter before planting them. The best conditions for Hydrangeas to grow is from partial shade to full
sun.

Hydrangeas are fertilized in the spring season, during May in the South and again in August. In Northern areas, fertilization should be done in June.

A good pH balanced, slow-released fertilizer should also be used, with the amount depending on the size of the plant. For a very small plant, you would need to use a quarter cup of the fertilizer to spread around the base, whereas larger plants would require 1 or 2 cups.

Pruning the plant should be done in spring to remove the old or damaged growth of the plant, as well as old flower stems. Beware not to cut the new shoots though.

Problems that may occur when cultivating Hydrangeas include powdery mildew; sighted by white powder on leaves that will turn yellow and then wilt. You can treat it by removing parts of the plant that are infected and proceed to spray with fungicide.

Other external factors such as the harsh weather of the winter, too much shade, and poor fertilization can disrupt the Hydrangeas from blooming well.

An interesting gardening fact to note about Hydrangeas is that you can alter the color of the blossom just by adjusting the soil acidity. For blue flowers, aluminum sulfate can be added to make soil acid. Those who prefer pink flowers may add lime to make the soil more alkaline.


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