Monday, May 11, 2009

Do i need to cover my hydrangea over winter?

I live in rhode island. Do i need to cover them during the winter?

Do i need to cover my hydrangea over winter?
I'm in the mid-Atlantic U.S. and I never cover mine. I don't think it would be an issue because they die back to the ground. You might mulch the ground around them before winter sets in so as to lessen the effects of the freeze/thaw cycle on the plant.
Reply:no need to cover, but check out some sites on pruning hydrangeas. They only bloom on second year growth, so you only want to remove the canes when they are brown and dry.
Reply:Have never seen them die back to ground. As they are deciduous they are designed for winter. Some pruning can be necessary removing dead,diseased wood
Reply:I would.I know my Grandmaw would put large wire around her plants.then put straw in to fill above them.The freeze would never get her plants.She lived in Louisiana and it gets cold but not freeze....
Reply:If you are within a half mile of the ocean, probably not.


I used to live in ustate New York and never covered them, but sometimes the wind would burn them badly.


Just wrap them in burlap bags. It ain't gonna hurt.

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How old do Pee-Gee Hydrangea's have to be to flower?

I bought this pee- gee 2 summers ago and it has yet to bud. It is about 3 or 4 years old. I live in Michigan zone wise. When should I expect to see a bud or something.

How old do Pee-Gee Hydrangea's have to be to flower?
It should of bloomed by now, try giving it fertilizer and don't prune it until after you get blooms.


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I think that it is a little small for it's age. It definitely needs more sun and I would suggest fertilizing it every week and a half. It would be best if you could plant it in the ground, but if not try to re-pot it using a very good soil mixture of potting soil, some sand, some vermiculite, a little bit of peat moss and Osmacoat, not sure of spelling but it is a pellet form of


fertilizer. After that make sure it gets watered adequately and at least 6 hours of afternoon sun. If possible try to use some mulch on the top of soil. A simple wood bark, not cypress. Don't prune it till next year after April. I Hope this helps. Good luck!
Reply:They usually flower right away . They start in August . If it's only 2 years old , I wouldn't worry about . Did you prune it at all? Probably shouldn't do it after May , or you might eliminate the flowers . Make sure it doesn't get so dry that it wilts . That could kill the flowers .
Reply:i live in newfoundland and i have 2 bushes, the second summer after planting they produce flowers. i feed them every 2 weeks after the leaves come out until fall.


Trimming My Hydrangea Bushes?

I've been reading that right after Thanksgiving is a good time to trim my hydrangea bush back. I am not sure what kind it is (off-white and light pink blooms), but I have had it for about 2 years now and it is starting to look scraggly to me..... I have them on the side of my house next to my steps and they have really grown a lot in these 2 years, it is getting overwhelming near the steps, so I want to trim it up and round it up.





How far down can I trim the bush. I am not terribly worried about not getting blooms next year I am more worried that I will kill the plant...is it possible to trim it down so much that it will kill the plant?





What would you do if it were yours? Thanks!

Trimming My Hydrangea Bushes?
Trim the bush down to about 1-foot canes some time after Thanksgiving (more like after Christmas in warmer climates). Thin it back (remove some canes around the perimeter) if you want to be smaller next year. It'll come back with a vengeance in spring.
Reply:sounds like a PeeGee or Annabelle... read here...





http://www.hydrangeashydrangeas.com/





read on the left under 'pruning'.... this will tell you what you need to know....scroll down ..... note that Annabelle blooms in spring, and PeeGee, in autumn or now.... but both are paniculatas and can be pruned as indicated in the website....look thru all the pictures till you find one that looks like yours so you'll know which is which next time.... ok?....
Reply:Click this link on how and when to prune:





http://www.azcentral.com/home/garden/art...


How do you prune a Hydrangea Plant...?

I have one in my back yard an the flowers that are on there are starting to look kinda sick lookin....should I cut the flowers off so more can gro?

How do you prune a Hydrangea Plant...?
Yes, always dead head ALL your flowering plants or shrubs when the bloom is looking sickly.have fun Weymouth1000


I'm trying to root hydrangea's. A few tell me to cut a 6" new shot and others tell me to cut old wood.

I have cut some shoots from some new wood and I scraped the bark and then I stuck it down into some rooting compound. I'm making sure they are under my shade trees and I'm keeping them moist. I live in SC and we have been having 95-100 days temp. so I keep a close watch on my plants. So I would like any help out there anyone would like to give me.

I'm trying to root hydrangea's. A few tell me to cut a 6" new shot and others tell me to cut old wood.
I DON'T THINK YOU HAVE TO SCRAPE THE BARK BUT I COULD BE WRONG. I SAW THIS ON MARTHA STEWART ONE TIME AND SHE JUST CUT LENGTHS WITH A FEW LEAVES ON THEM, DIPPED THEM IN ROOTING HORMONE AND STUCK THEM IN THE SOIL. MAYBE TRY HER WEB SITE TO SEE IF THERE IS SOMETHING THERE BUT I SOUNDS TO ME YOU ARE DOING IT CORRECTLY. IF IT GETS TOO HOT I WOULD MOVE THEM INTO THE HOUSE FOR AWHILE. GOOD LUCK.
Reply:THANKS FOR THE POINTS! Report It

Reply:Check the site for Sunset magazine. They had detailed instructions on doing this (last year?).





Here is what I remember: Cut a new shoot about 6-8 inches long. Pull off the leaves on the last 4 inches or so. Squeeze the stalk (like mash it a little). Dip the shoot in rooting compound. Then place in moist potting soil. Water and then enclose the pot in a plastic bag. Place out of sunlight in a warm (but not hot) place. Keep pot and bag moist.





Good Luck!
Reply:the way my mother roots her hydrangeas is to take any lower branches, bend them down to the ground and then put a brick of heavy stone on them to hold them down, water them often


and in notime you'll have roots

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I received a blue hydrangea as a gift and need help on how to care in Wisconsin.?

Do I need to add anything to the potting soil to make stay blue? How and how much do I fertilize and do I use an acidic fertilizer like Miracid? Can I plant in the ground or is it best to leave in a container and bring indoors in fall?

I received a blue hydrangea as a gift and need help on how to care in Wisconsin.?
If this was a gift for Mother's Day and was bought from a florist or grocery store, it is considered an annual. You can put it in the gound, but it won't last the winter.





Your best bet is to get to a garden store and buy hydrangeas that will last through a Wisconsin winter. Endless Summer and Penny Mac are good ones to choose.





I live in Iowa and had my Endless summer in pots last year and put them in the garage for winter. One survived, the other didn't; and I don't know why.
Reply:Here is a site that will answer all of your questions. By the way, someone bought my daughter a hydrangea from the supermarket and I stuck it out in my yard 3 years ago, and it is doing beautifully. Good luck!http://www.hydrangeashydrangeas.com/colo...


How do you change the color of a Hydrangea? It should be red but its turned whitish/green,same w/ the blue.?

Only a few species of Hydrangea flowers color can be affected. H. macrophylla and H. serrata are the most common in the industry.





As many others have said, the more acidic the soil, the more blue/purple the flowers will be. The more alkaline the more pink or red. Again, this only applies to the above species.





Other species of Hydrangea aren't affected in the same way. H. paniculata for instance blooms white, then the flowers fade to pink or a rust color. H. arborescens flowers are green, then fade to white then back to green, before finally turning brown. In both cases, the soil pH is not a main factor.





I'd recommend Aluminum sulphate, or soil sulpher to help make your soil more acidic. Use lime to adjust your soil to make it more alkaline. Follow the directions on the labels!


Your local independent garden center should have any of those soil amendments, they are pretty common.





I hope that this helps


Good luck-

How do you change the color of a Hydrangea? It should be red but its turned whitish/green,same w/ the blue.?
For pink/red hydrangeas, put lime in the soil. For blue/purple ones, put high-acid fertilizer in the soil. Sounds like your soil is acid, so the lime is what you'll need to turn them pink/red :-)





Good luck!
Reply:The color has to do with the soil. If the soil has a high acid content it will turn flower blue, but if alkaline it will be pink.


I remember my grandmother pouring her pickle juice on her plant to add acid to soil (from vinegar) So sounds like your soil needs more alkaline. Check with garden shop.
Reply:Acid blue


alcaline pink





acid - coffee grounds, tea bags, epsom salts


alkaline - rusty nails, lime, and erm, brain freeze, where's rsctx2 when you need him?
Reply:The answer is in the acidity of the soil. For certain varieties acid soil will turn the flower from pink to blue. For white varieties more acid soil will make the white brighter. I'm not very experienced with red varieties but think adding holytone or aluminum sulfate would enrich the red like it does the white.
Reply:Please read all of this. It is very important:





http://www.hydrangeashydrangeas.com/colo...


Why does my hydrangea not bloom I live in eastern Pa. It was given to me as a gift about 3 years ago.?

I get a lot of dead stalks in the winter. and it doesn't seem to want to do anything in the spring.

Why does my hydrangea not bloom I live in eastern Pa. It was given to me as a gift about 3 years ago.?
There are many different hydrangea commonly used in our landscapes today. Some examples are:





Smooth Hydrangea - Hydrangea arborescens


Bigleaf Hydrangea - Hydrangea macrophylla


Panicle Hydrangea - Hydrangea paniculata


Oakleaf Hydrangea - Hydrangea quercifolia





A common problem in colder areas (below zone 6) arises with the use of Bigleaf Hydrangeas (Hydrangea macrophylla). Nikko Blue is just one example of a Hydrangea macrophylla type. These plants bloom on second year wood and their stems are not very cold hardy. When bought from the local nursery and planted, they are often in bloom. But after just one winter the stems die back to the ground. Come spring new stems will be produced, but they will not bear flowers because this plant only flowers an second year growth. This is the problem with Hydrangea macrophylla in NE Illinois (zone 5). I suspect that this may be your problem. If it is not your problem, then give your local University Extension Service a call, I'm certain they will be able to help you. Good luck %26amp; happy gardening.
Reply:One, cut the dead back, I do this around Feb.


The other may be your soil.


The link is University of Georgia.


http://pubs.caes.uga.edu/caespubs/hortic...
Reply:From my experience with Hydrangea bushes. In order for them to do well, you need to lime the ground around them.the lime also changes the P.H. in the soil %26amp; will intensify or change the color of the blooms. I have done this with pathetic looking sticks of plants %26amp; brought them back to full blooming bushes . A good trim in the early spring will help also.I am in N.J. so it should be near the same for P.A.


Good Luck.


Ed.S.


What is the life span of a hydrangea macroplla plant?

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What is the life span of a hydrangea macroplla plant?
Hydrangeas are relatively easy to grow. They are hardy in most gardens in USDA zones 6 through 10, though those that bloom only from tip growth may never bloom where heavy freezing is common. Hydrangeas have a long life span, so it advisable to have some idea of the size to which your plant will grow before choosing a site. Read More: http://wvgardengate.homestead.com/HYDRAN...





However, the French Hydrangea Macrophylla, has a Moderate life span relative to most other plant species and a Rapid growth rate. At maturity, the typical French Hydrangea will reach up to 4 feet high, with a maximum height at 20 years of 4 feet.


Read More: http://www.gardenguides.com/plants/plant...
Reply:Don't really know. But the one in my garden was there when I moved in 36 years ago.

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How far away from the house should I plant an endless summer Hydrangea?

Most hydrangea like to be in a cool spot, shaded from the direct sun. I have an entire south facing wall filled with different Hydrangea varieties. I've planted them about 18 inches from the house and they thrive there.

How far away from the house should I plant an endless summer Hydrangea?
Typically, depending on your zone, the Endless Summer variety of hydrangeas grow to be 4 or 5 feet around. So, I would say atleast 3 feet, ideally 4 or 5, especially since if you ever need to do any foundation repair work or repair siding, etc... it is going to be a huge pain in the posterior if you plant them too close to the house.
Reply:depends on how far you want to walk to get your cut flowers... if you already decided you want it close i would go with 3 or 4 feet to give it room to grow in every direction
Reply:far enough to where the snow won't damage it falling off


How do I get a hydrangea bush to be purple?? I know to use lime for pink color, but how do I get purple?

To get the pH of the soil slightly lower than it is at the moment. Strong Alkali makes the hydrangea go blue and with the lime you have made it more acidic so it needs to be slightly less acidic but not too acidc for pink as you have them already. It may take a bit of time to get the right coulour.

How do I get a hydrangea bush to be purple?? I know to use lime for pink color, but how do I get purple?
There are a lot of myths about PH being a factor - but the PH just affects the absorption of Aluminum by the plant in this case. Hydrangeas with Aluminum and acidic soil will be blue - but they need both, which is why Aluminum Sulphate is the proper additive. You can buy it at the garden store and they even sometimes sell it as "Hydrangea Blueing Additive" - but it is just plain old Aluminum Sulphate. Wash your hands after handling or wear gloves to apply it around the base of the plant. It is most effective when applied before the leaves start to come out, but it will eventually make the later blooms more blue (or purple) even if it is already blooming now.
Reply:I have heard to enhance blue and purple colors you need to add iron to the soil. This could be baloney - but my Grandma once told me that they used to hammer an iron nail into the base of the bush to make it really blue. I've never tried this and I don't know if it would work - but I've heard it from other sources too.





The ph of the oil will also enhance the color. so you may want to try adding iron that way first so you don't kill your bush!
Reply:Appears to be an aluminum additive, but the PH level of your soil plays a role in what gets absorbed into the plant. See the article attached.





http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/EP330
Reply:Go to a gardening center and ask them what to put in the soil to make them purple.
Reply:you have to just mess around with the pH of the soil, which is what determines the flower colour.
Reply:...grape juice concentrate


Why is my newly planted hydrangea wilting and turning yellow?

It's getting plenty of sun (NW corner of my house), and has been watered in well.

Why is my newly planted hydrangea wilting and turning yellow?
You don't tell us what kind of Hydrangea you planted. An Annabelle (Hydrangea arborescens) or Big Leafed (Hydrangea macrophylla) type do not do well in western exposures. The hot afternoon sun stresses and wilts these plants. They will need plenty of moisture in this exposure or some protection from the hot afternoon sun.





Leaves can wilt and turn yellow because of lack of water or too much water. There is no way to know which it is other than to know more details on your watering practices. Hydrangeas like moist soils, not wet soils. The ground should not be muddy or have standing water at the base of your hydrangeas. Maybe you've been watering too much?





Is it just a few leaves? Are all the leaves on the same branches? If you have broken a few branches during transplanting, the leaves will wilt and turn yellow.





I've used the root stimulants and have found them to mostly be a waste of money.
Reply:Hydrangeas are pretty needy for fertilizer and water. They do best in morning sun and afternoon shade. When you plant anything, first yu need to loosen up the roots, this helps the root system start growing into the soil quicker, therefore you don't need chemical root stimulators, if it is really root bound you can cut an X at the bottom of the plants roots. Give the plant a little more time to get established, if the leaves are yellow remove them, new ones will replace them, as for wilting, Hydrangea's do this in the hot sun and it's theie way of protecting themselves from the heat of the sun, that is why when you water you plant make sure the water reaches the roots, do not surface water any plant, when you do this the roots start growing toward the surface of the ground, instead of the bottom of the ground. If you haven't had the plant in the ground very long you may want to dig it up and loosen the roots and plant with alittle time-release fertilizer mixed into the whole. Happy Growing!!!!!!!!!!!
Reply:Fertilome makes a product; Root Stimulator. It's shocked, stim it.
Reply:its in shock


you know they have special soil needs???
Reply:Some hydranga leaves are shaped like that especially the modern ones yes in the modern ones the leaves are curled but it will probaly be turning yellow because of the soil is wrong take a pH of the soil check on the net or in gardening books to see what the pH of the soil should be for a Hydranga.


Is there a hydrangea bush/shrub that likes full sun?

First of all I live in the Chicago are and have a south-facing home, so it gets sun from 6am to about 12-1pm. I have one but the leaves burn bc of the stong sun. Downtown I saw some on a south-facing home and they look beautiful. Would Annabelle one's work?

Is there a hydrangea bush/shrub that likes full sun?
yes. does well in full sun if soil moisture is sufficient. 'Annabelle' grows in Maine;a popular, superior plant
Reply:The only ones I know of must be in mostly shade. It's possible some species can tolerate more sun, check the Sunset Garden Book. It's also possible that you didn't take notice of other plants or structures that are providing shade to the ones you saw on the south side of that house. Because of the large leaves of hydrangea they lose water quickly (more surface area so they have more stomata, the structure that allows water evaporation from the leaves) and must be watered daily. If you want to keep the plants you have, move them to the back and north side of your home. They will like it there.
Reply:YES
Reply:Annabelle's (Hydrangea arborescens) are beautiful with the largest clusters of white flowers, but the evening sun will scorch the leaves and the flowers won't bloom the way you would like. The Hydrangea paniculeta commonly know as PeeGee is probably the best suited of all Hydrangeas for direct southern exposure. Just remember to keep the roots moist. Adding a thick layer of much will also help keep the delicate root system cool in the heat of the day.
Reply:As far as I know they all do. You might want to make sure you give it plenty of water, but not too much. Giving too much water is as damaging as too little.

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This question is for "well lit garden" - will hydrangea's grow well in pots? Any advice to ensure growth?

I use acid for the blue %26amp; alcaline for the pink - I wish that there was an easy way to measure %26amp; dispense the chemicals - will take advice on this too. Thanks so much!!!!


P.S. I am very much a beginner %26amp; I may not be real quick with terminology.

This question is for "well lit garden" - will hydrangea's grow well in pots? Any advice to ensure growth?
yes they will, try an all porpose plant food


How do I properly look after my hydrangea plant that is outside?

Keep it watered. Here is a site to assist you:


http://www.usna.usda.gov/Gardens/faqs/hy...


I think I've cut my hydrangea plants too short?

I got carried away with the nice weather and a pair of secateurs last week.My plants are about 4 inches tall. Have I ruined them? Will they be back to normal in the summer? Thank you.

I think I've cut my hydrangea plants too short?
Yes they will grow just back fine, but they may not flower this year.
Reply:They should survive but you may not get many flowers. Next year control your secateurs until after the last frost. The dead flower heads are supposed to be left on the bush until after the last frost to protect the new shoots.
Reply:you'll have lots of green this year oh but look out next year people will want to know your secret
Reply:Oh dear! They should grow again come spring. Perhaps you could feed them to show how truly sorry you are that you cut their heads off?
Reply:I think they are very resilient. As long as there are leaf nodes showing they should grow OK. I doubt if they will reach their former glory this summer, but next year they should be fine.
Reply:You've almost certainly cut off the flowers for this year.Hydrangeas should have the dead flower heads removed down to the first prominent pair of buds,not as low as four inches.


Console yourself with the thought that you'll get strong regrowth and next time leave the dead flower heads to protect the new buds overwinter.
Reply:Even if the plants don't blossom this year, you can take heart because they should be bushier next year and you should get a bumper crop of blossoms.
Reply:Ooooooooops! lol. Dont worry now, have to see what happens. If it makes you feel better, I think my roses are too short.


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In what kind of soil and sun do hydrangea's go best? How do I get the different color shades?

Julie is correct on this....Hydrangeas prefer part to full shade areas and moist but not swamped soil. There are products sold to give you the correct Ph balance for whichever color you want. Go to your local garden center and ask...they can direct you to the one you need for whichever color you want.

In what kind of soil and sun do hydrangea's go best? How do I get the different color shades?
Ah.. no. The first answer is not correct. Hydrangeas like moist soil and not a lot of sun. To make the flowers change color, you have to modify soil pH. If the soil is acidic, your flowers will be blue. If it is alkaline, you will have pink flowers. Lime will sweeten (make soil more alkaline) and sulfur or iron will acidify soil.





Mulching is a good idea, though.. helps keep the soil cool and moist and helps keep weeds down.
Reply:they like full sun with dry soil.....you can mulch around to keep grass around it to a minimum....but try to put wet newspaper under the mulch to keep grass down....the different nitrates in the soil causes the color changes


I have come across some flowering bushes called Hydrangea. Are they related to lilacs and crepe myrtles?

The hydrangea comes in a round and a conicular shape as do the lilac and the crepe myrtle and look similar. The crepe is found from the carolinas to Fl. I see the hydrangea all over, but in Maine and New Hampshire I have seen huge ones in both shapes. What is the relationship if any.

I have come across some flowering bushes called Hydrangea. Are they related to lilacs and crepe myrtles?
There is no relationship between these plants at all, they are all differant species.





Plants are classed into class, order, species by examining the flower under a magnified device.
Reply:Hydrangeas are hardy in Maine, and so are lilacs. Crape myrtles aren't. Even though some nurseries sell crape myrtles they claim to be hardy to zone 5, they really aren't, unless they're really sheltered from your NW winds in the winter. There are some great new varieties of hydrangea that bloom continuously all summer long, or at least put on new bloom through the season. If you are in Maine or NH, you are out of luck for crape myrtle, but lilacs will be fine.
Reply:Hydrangeas (Hydrangea sp) are in the Hydrangeaceae.





Crepe Myrtles (Lagerstromia indica) are in the Lythraceae.





Lilacs are in the (Syringa sp) Oleaceae.





Three different plants, three different families, genera and species! All beautiful plants, though!





No relationship
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For info. on hydrangeas go to this site. It may be helpful to you.
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How do I care for a hydrangea plant outside that's looking bad?

Color seems to be fading and leaves turning silver and brown

How do I care for a hydrangea plant outside that's looking bad?
Take a few leaves in to your local garden store for identification of the problem before you do anything.





The silver and brown color on leaves are a symptom of a fungus disease called powdery mildew.





If so, buy a fungicidal product and follow the directions carefully.
Reply:Hi:


Hydrangeas can be tricky to keep healthy if not in the proper soil conditions. Hydrangeas like some acid in the soil. Think about where you have the shrub planted. Hydrangeas can take some sun and shade. Last fall, we transplanted two Hydrangeas as they were not flowering. They were in a shady area and I don't think the soil condition was right. They are getting more sun now and doing well.





Your shrub could be in some form of shock. Take your fingernail and scratch the surface of a branch. If it is green, it is healthy. If it is brown, it could be in shock. I might consider transplanting the shrub into a different location, if possible. I will link you to the landscape article section of my website. There is a page on transplanting shrubs. This may give you some tips. I will also link you to the site map, as this page has everything that is on the website. Browse through and see if you can find any other information that may be helpful to you. In the Variety of Plants section, there is a page on Hydrangeas that you might be interested in. Good luck to you and have a great day!


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Reply:Put some fresh ericaceous compost around it and water it well. Give it a feed with general purpose plant food.


I have just received a hydrangea , which is in bloom when can i plant it outdoors?

what is the best time to plant outdoors.


it's in full bloom now. what kind of care does it need ( lots of sun, little sun,????)


should i cut the blooms off, then plant?

I have just received a hydrangea , which is in bloom when can i plant it outdoors?
Was it received from a florist or a garden center? If it was purchased from a florist, then it has probably never seen the light of the real sun, so wait until after it blooms, cut it back some and plant it in a location that receives morning sun and afternoon shade.





If it came from a garden center, then it should already be acclimated and can be planted now, in morning sun and afternoon shade.





If your air conditioner is on the north or east side of your house, it will thrive there as it loves moist soil and your a.c. constantly drips during the summer.





Hope this helps! Good Luck!
Reply:Plant it right now, as it is. Put in semi-shade

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When do I prune my hydrangea?

I live in NC in the Raleigh area.When should I prune?

When do I prune my hydrangea?
hi neighbor.... what KIND of hydrangea?.... big difference in how and when to prune depending on which one.... look here...





http://www.hydrangeashydrangeas.com/





figger out which one is your kind and then check out the pruning tips for that one.....





if it's spring blooming hydras, don't cut till after the blooms are fading....
Reply:In the fall and then again after they bloom.
Reply:I prune mine when the new shoots are just showing. I only lightly prune the ends to keep the bushes big. They flower on this years growth so you won't do much harm however much you cut them back.
Reply:You could prune them after flowering in the fall. Or you can leave the brown flowers on through the winter. Some people like the look of it. Around here most everyone prunes them Before the first snow but after the first hard frost. If you prune too late in the fall or too early in the spring it could make the plant want to grow again. Because pruning encourages growth. If it isn't cold enough and the plant isn't dormant yet then it will try to force new shoots. If you have too many new young shoots and you get a frost you will get major frost damage.


How do you grow hydrangea in a Pittsburgh like climate?

help!

How do you grow hydrangea in a Pittsburgh like climate?
Get a relaiable cultivar, such as endless summer or nikko blue. Buy the biggest plant you can afford, because it will be easier to establish. Dig a hole twice the size of the pot the hydrangea is planted in, and sink the plant. Backfill with rich, organic soil that has been amended with compost. Keep the plant hydrated. Do not pick or deadhead blooms the first couple of years if you want the hydrangea to achieve maximum size quickly, as new blloms in ensuing years come off the wood created by this year's blooms. ENJOY!


I planted by hydrangea in April and now it looks almost dead all the flowers turned brown, it still is green?

I did cut all the dead off. Is there something else I can do. They


are planted in a low light area only morning light mostly. I am at


at loss.

I planted by hydrangea in April and now it looks almost dead all the flowers turned brown, it still is green?
Hi,





Not knowing your planting technique, I can't tell if they were planted correctly.





I would suggest dropping my an email at dagardenguy@yahoo.com with your details of planting. I am willing to help, but I need more information.





Thanks for asking and I look forward to helping you!





Walt


www.dagardenguy.com
Reply:The heads go brown eventually with age.





Give them a dose of sea weed extract (available garden centres). Its a tonic and a root promoter and stops transplant shock. do not fertilize.





Location sounds good and if you planted with the soil as the same height on the stem as they were in the pot you can't do much wrong with planting. They could just have a bit of transplant shock. don't overwater but they do need regular watering and should not be allowed to dry out until established.
Reply:Don't know where you live, but hydraneas can not tolerate full, hot sun. They like partial shade and good moist soil.
Reply:They like acidic soil. Your local hardware or nursery will carry a soil acidifier, either a liquid or powder/granual.


Hydrangea flowers for a wedding?

I was looking into having hydrangea flowers for my bouquet and centerpieces. They seem to look very good in wedding magazines. Are they good for both centerpieces and bouquets? Will the survive?

Hydrangea flowers for a wedding?
They are quite lovely. In order to have them for your wedding, it must be the proper time of year. They are not a "typical" florist flower ( meaning they are not available all year round )Consult a florist in your area about their availability at the time of year you need them.
Reply:How long do you need them?? They'll be fine for the wedding and reception.
Reply:They are very pretty for a wedding. If done not too far in advance they will hold up okay. They are difficult to work with though, they are quite delicate. Look at some of the silk ones, less expensive and they are quite nice looking. Congratulations!

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There are green leaves on my hydrangea and i cut back the dead branches to the base.?

Will it continue to grow? I'm basically wondering if the plant needs existing stems to grow on or if they will regrow throughout the year. Thanks!

There are green leaves on my hydrangea and i cut back the dead branches to the base.?
Hydrangeas sprout new stems from the roots, but the new stems won't flower the first year. Hydrangeas only flower on previous year's growth. The dead branches are sometimes not dead at all -- hydrangeas often take a long time to leaf up in the spring and by cutting out all the brown stems, you are removing the chance of any flowers.





If it gets too straggly, cut out some of the older stems and cut the others back by about 1/3rd in the fall.
Reply:Hi:


Yes, if there is green leaves growing from your Hydrangea your plant should begin its spring and summer growth pattern. If there are green leaves showing, the root system is fine and you will have new growth. The dead branches should be cut back in the fall before it goes dormant for the winter. I will link you to the garden project section of my website. There is a page on Hydrangeas. I will also link you to the site map, as this page has everything that is on the website. Browse through and see if you can find any other information that may help you. There are articles, tips, techniques and a gallery of plants section.





Hydrangeas can be tricky to grow due to the amount of acidity in your soil. They do like some sun also. Good luck to you and have a great day!


Kimberly





http://www.landscape-solutions-for-you.c...





http://www.landscape-solutions-for-you.c...
Reply:I hope your hydrangea continues to grow...below are links with info on pruning various types of hydrangea...if you know which type yours is, it will help. Good Luck!


:)


Angela
Reply:is there a reasons why folks do something and THEN come ask if it is right?... sigh..........





if the branches were dead, you did fine.... new growth will show up if you feed and water the plant....





read all about 'em here..





http://www.hydrangeashydrangeas.com/


Moving hydrangea plant now !, How do I successfully move a 3 ft tall hydrangea plant see below ?

I cut down a tree and then realized now my hydrangeas are burning. should I prune them down even tho it is their spring growing season and dig them up after watering them well ? I will lost them if I don't move them ,it is now very hot there.

Moving hydrangea plant now !, How do I successfully move a 3 ft tall hydrangea plant see below ?
Water well. Prune them back hard, move them, getting as much of the rootball as you can, water well, with a little root stimulator in the watering.





Pruning will lessen the shock - as shock comes from water loss, and with fewer leaves, there will be less asiprated loss through the leaves. You'll lose the flowers this year if they haven't yet flowerred - but that's a small price to pay to increase the chances of the plants surviving the move.
Reply:If you move it now you are taking a large chance of losing the bush. However, it can be done if you move it in the evening when it has cooled down; be sure to water it well after it is moved. I would go to the local garden center and purchase fabric shade (it can be purchased by the yard) to make a kind of umbrella. It should make it through the summer, if watered well during the season. Then you can move it safely when the weather cools off.
Reply:My hydrangeas are in full sun and they do wilt a bit, but I doubt you will lose them, unless you don't water. The sunburn you see on the leaves should not occur on new leaves that come out. In other words, they can probably stay where they are...





If you do want to move them, moving now should be OK, but you will have to water all summer to ensure they get established. You might not get flowers this year, either.





Don't prune them down prior to moving, because many hydrangeas bloom on old wood and you would definitely be foresaking the flowers if you cut down the old wood.





If you do move them, dig really good, deep, wide holes to transplant them to. Build a "moat" around them to hold water so you can really soak them after planting.





Or just leave them be till fall. Maybe they'll adapt to their new home. We have them growing at the beach in absolute beating sun and they love it!


When is the best time to plant a Hydrangea?

I live in North Carolina, and my daughter has to research Hydrangea. So if you would please help me..

When is the best time to plant a Hydrangea?
Check out "planting zones" in a search engine. The time of year to plant anything depends on where you live and what the weather is like (although you can generally push it one way or the other, as the previous answer said, as long as you're prepared to baby it). Also, if you're planting from seed, most packets have general guidelines on the back as to when to plant them.
Reply:you can plant it pretty much anytime as long you are prepared to meet its water needs. if you plant in the spring it will have time to establish itself before the heat of summer, so that is an ideal time. but you can plant it in august if you want, just check it regularly and water as soon as the top 2in of soil is dry.


Do i cut my hydrangea to the ground in winter?

do i cut my hydrangea back to the ground in winter or just let them be...

Do i cut my hydrangea to the ground in winter?
Also, be sure you know what kind of hydrangea you have (Oakleaf, Panicle, etc.) as that determines when it's best to cut them back.
Reply:Hydrangeas flower on old wood, so be careful with pruning. If you do prune, you will probably get fewer blooms but they will be bigger. Do not cut it to the ground though. And wait until the blooms have faded to prune.
Reply:I always wait til spring to prune mine. Once the shrubs start putting out new growth I can clearly see the old wood and prune it back.
Reply:decide which kind you have first, as the pruning is very different for each of the different kinds.... look here and find yours and then read on this site about pruning... good info there!





www.hydrangeashydrangeas.com
Reply:don't cut them now...wait till spring. and don't cut them all the way to the ground. leave them about a foot to 18 inches tall. and make sure they're shaped well (evenly). they will grow plenty in the late spring throughout the summer and they will be very healthy. if you want to do something now, pull out all the dead stalks. they pull out easy. good luck.

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How do you look after a rose, daffodil, gebra and hydrangea quercifolia snow queen?

I need to know information about them each!


Please help me! I need it A.S.A.P!!

How do you look after a rose, daffodil, gebra and hydrangea quercifolia snow queen?
Rose Care:


http://www.backyardgardener.com/rose/ros...





Daffodil Care:


http://www.extension.umn.edu/info-u/plan...





Gebra (Gerberas) Care:


http://www.flowers.org.uk/plants/plantfa...





Hydrangea quercifolia snow queen Care:


http://www.crocus.co.uk/catalogue/home/?...


How should I care for my Hydrangea plant? It is in a container outside.?

It wilts every afternoon and is restored every morning.

How should I care for my Hydrangea plant? It is in a container outside.?
The Plant Hunter makes some good points. Definitely your wilting problem is directly related to the amount of sunlight the plant is receiving. Hydrangea macrophylla (Big Leaf Hydrangea) and Hydrangea arborescens (Smooth Hydrangea) drink alot of water, and in sunny spot, even a really good watering program may leave these plants wilting in full sun. Definitely repotting could be in order.





I would advise that either of these plants be moved to a more shaded location, that should also help alleviate the wilting. Neither species like/ can handle full sun.





I hope that this helps


Good luck-
Reply:Time to re-pot it and move it out of direct sun. Buy a GOOD QUALITY potting soil and a container at least half again as large as the current container (be sure the container has drain holes in the bottom.. don't plug it up!). Fertilize it with Miracid fertilizer about once every two weeks.





Hydrangea like lots of moisture and don't like getting too much sun.
Reply:It sounds like your have a French Hydrangea / Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla). This species of Hydrangea is prone to wilting in full sun. Some cultivars are worse than others. The variety Endless Summer is very prone to wilting.





This plant should be located in an area that gets filtered shade or only a few hours of sun. The wilting may not hurt the plant but it does look bad and requires that you water the plant more often.





This species of Hydrangea forms it flowers in late summer - fall and thus you should do only minimal pruning to remove the spend flowers in the spring, or older non-flowering stems. If you live in a cold climate it may be necessary to move the container into the garage or some protected area so the flower buds do not freeze.





Avoid fertilizing after mid-summer, otherwise you will promote excess growth that can be damaged in the winter.





Flower color can be changed from pink to blue by adding aluminum sulfate in the fall and spring. Phosphorus and lime will result in pink flowers. The choice is yours.





I wrote an article on Hydrangea care that may be helpful. See it at:





http://www.springmeadownursery.com/prune...


How long after deadheading a hydrangea will it start to make new blooms?

A few weeks to a month at most.





Hydrangea tip. There is no such thing as "blue" Hydrangea and "Pink" Hydrangea. There is only a single type which like a botanical litmus paper will turn blue in acid soils and pink in basic soils so you can have a nice row of blue pink blue pink blue by liming the crap out of the ones you want pink and extra acid like Miracid on the ones you want blue which in my area is unnecessary anyway. They'll all end up blue without treatment.





But is it possible to get blue and pink on the same plant?





I did it and one 2nd prize in a major garden show. But I used some "cheating" by injecting a special solution into the stems while the bud was in formation. Very sneaky!

How long after deadheading a hydrangea will it start to make new blooms?
Chola, mine bloom almost continuously. Also Chola you can tile over tile. Use THINSET%26gt;LOWE"S


How do I get a hydrangea to root from a cutting?

I tried the rooting mix at the store and it didn't work! Help

How do I get a hydrangea to root from a cutting?
What I do is bend a fresh-growth (flexible) stalk down in the soil and mound soil on top of it, allowing the growth end of the stalk to stick out. After a while (I give it a couple months or even a winter and spring), it will root and you can dig it up and replant it. I have done this successfully with no failures.
Reply:I am trying it right now. I just cut and planted mine yesterday. I am using growth hormone powder on soft tip cutting. Stuck it in sand %26amp; misting it. We will see what happens. Good luck!

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I have a Hydrangea petiolaris growing over a garden shed. Just noticed that there are large shoots appearing?

at leaf joints. Is tihs early or normal, never noticed this early before

I have a Hydrangea petiolaris growing over a garden shed. Just noticed that there are large shoots appearing?
Treat these buds as the harbingers of spring, the daffs will be out early as well. But remember there is still time for a very cold snap. So do not prune till about the middle of March.


With spring on its way I always hark back to Alan Seagers poem 'Rendezvous'. Searger was a US WW1 poet.





'when spring comes back with rustling shade


And apple blossoms fill the air


I have a rendezvous with life


When spring brings back blue days and fair'





Just a short extract. The irony is Seager did have a rendezvous in the spring, but it was not life. Sadly he was killed in action in the spring of 1918.
Reply:It has been a very mild winter. Lets hope it continues or frost might damage the shoots. If it covers the shed then it might be too big to cover with frost protecting fleece. Otherwise wait and see. Any damage should recover when the warmer weather arrives.
Reply:Its what's known as The Spring Effect
Reply:Spring has sprung,


The grass is riz,


Who knows where,


The birdies is?


The milder than normal recent weather has bought this on. Do some pruning now and hope that we don't get another damaging cold snap. :)


How do I take care of a potted Hydrangea Macrophylla Glory Blue?

I Just bought a Glory Blue and I've read that you can have pink flowers by making the soil alkaline. How do I do that? What kind of potting soil should I buy? Plant food? Sun or shade? Water amount? Anything you can tell me about the bush would be helpful.

How do I take care of a potted Hydrangea Macrophylla Glory Blue?
Hydrangeas are relatively easy to grow in well-drained soils containing plenty of organic matter. They prefer warm, morning sun and cooler, afternoon shade. Avoid planting in hot, dry, exposed sites. The best time to plant them is fall. Early spring is the next best planting time. With extra care, they can be planted at other times.





Blue or pink blooms depend on soil pH AND corresponding available aluminum. At lower pH levels (acid soils), aluminum is more readily available to the plant and flowers become blue. At higher pH ranges (more alkaline soils), aluminum is less available and flowers are pink. Want pink flowers? Add lime to raise soil pH. Want blue flowers? Add sulfur to lower soil pH.





Changing soil pH is a gradual process and requires a soil test for accuracy. Broadcast 1/2 cup of wettable sulfur per 10 square feet and water-in to make flowers blue. To make the flowers pink, broadcast one cup of dolomitic lime per 10 square feet and water it into the soil. Raising pH takes longer than lowering. It may be next year before a noticeable change to pink flowers.





A faster option for changing flower color is liquid soil drenches. Want to enhance your blue flowers or to change pink ones to blue? Dissolve one tablespoon of alum (aluminum sulfate) in a gallon of water and drench the soil around the plant in March, April and May. Desire pink flowers? Dissolve one tablespoon of hydrated lime in a gallon of water and drench the soil around the plant in March, April and May. Avoid splashing either of these solutions on leaves, bark, or skin as it can cause burning.





Afternoon shade is a must for hydrangeas. One inch of water per week is recommended, and of course, mulching helps conserve water loss and cool the root system.





If blue flowers are desired use fertilizers low in phosphorus (the middle number – 10-10-10). Phosphorus ties up aluminum making it unavailable for root uptake. This leads to pink flowers.


Periodic soil tests are recommended to ensure phosphorus levels remain at acceptable levels. Too much soil phosphorus causes plant injury.


How does one start roots on a climbing hydrangea from a clipping?

Take what is called a soft wood cutting (about 10-12 inches long--scrape the sides about 1 1/2 inches from the bottom and treat with a rooting hormone. Place in a 4" pot that has dampened soil and cover with a 2 liter soda bottle that has the top cut away and 3-5 ice pick holes in the top. Keep it covered for about a month-making sure the soil doesn't dry out but also removing the cover for a few minutes every 3 or 4 days to make sure there is air circulation to keep fungus from forming. Keeping that lid on will also help keep your soil moist. Remember keep moist--but don't waterlog your cuttings. Best of luck!

How does one start roots on a climbing hydrangea from a clipping?
You take a non-woody clipping, early in the morning, preferably with new growth on it. Wet the end, dip in rooting hormone and transfer immediately to a pot. Keep the pot evenly most for a few weeks while rooting. Wait until you have at least a 12 inch tall plant before transplanting, and then keep hydrated - young hydrangea are very thirsty! Good luck.
Reply:The first answer was good I also have good luck by rooting it where I want it to grow. Dig a hole and mix some potting soil with dirt, cut bottom from a Styrofoam place in hole tamp dirt in and around cup. I use sharp knife to split the end I am sticking the ground. Do not forget to using rooting powder on your split end. Good Luck
Reply:Try this site, it has several ways to root.





http://www.hydrangeashydrangeas.com/prop...


How should i take care of my potted hydrangea in winter?

Temperatures at my place sometimes fall to 32F but mostly remains around 45-50F.

How should i take care of my potted hydrangea in winter?
depending on the variety, heres what you should do. they are pretty self sufficient, so just leave it alone. they tend to get leggy and the leaves will get spotty, but thats normal. is it a big daddy, or a endless summer. those varieties bloom on new wood so you can clip them when there is no longer a threat of freeze others bloom on old wood so you can clip now, preferably sooner.

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What could be wrong with my climbing hydrangea?

In spring it starts out fine but soon has yellow leaves. It flowers a bit, then later in summer the leaves look burned. I've tried giving it iron and Epson salts and poor thing survives, but that's about all. It was in full sun, but I've moved it to partial shade. Help please.

What could be wrong with my climbing hydrangea?
could be a lot of different things, bad drainage, not enough nitrogen in the soil, if the yellow's spotty it could be an insect attacking it, hydrangeas are fussy until they find the right home. sounds like a root problem, though. re-plant with new peat/soil mix and make sure you loosen the soil for a wide area in the bed/planting location.
Reply:Hi,


Try going here: http://forums.gardenweb.com/forums/hydra...





This is where I learned all I know about hydrangeas, over the last three years.


The people are knowledgeable and very friendly.


I learned and practice this knowledge, and now have several hydrangeas.





Hope this helps,


Dave
Reply:Hydrangaeas do best in partial shade--so I am curious if the problem occurred BEFORE the move or after? I would also exhume all of the soil surrounding the root ball and replace it with a top-quality (e.g., Peters) soil mix. Don't amend the soil with any more additives until the plant stabilizes. Water often but be sure the soil isn't water-logged (i.e., too much clay).


Why do the leaves of my hydrangea bush have holes? Is it a bug or disease infecting it?

I bought the plant from Home Depot and they were in perfect condition when planted. They were in the ground for the last month and in perfect condition but today I notice that most of the leaves have holes in them.

Why do the leaves of my hydrangea bush have holes? Is it a bug or disease infecting it?
don't worry just leaf eating bugs, happens when planted
Reply:Would'nt worry. I would guess catapillers though. Spray with Bug -b - gone and watch for 'em next year. Inspect them closley - you'll find the culprit.


When do you cut back a hydrangea bush in Indiana?

What do you do in the fall before freezing

When do you cut back a hydrangea bush in Indiana?
Thank you for identifying where you're at, that really helps us to answer your question.





The problem is why do you want to cut back your Hydrangea? not all forms need to or should be cut back. We need to find out what sort of Hydrangea you have. The one I think you have is smooth hydrangea (Hydrangea arborescens). This one has a large white flower in mid-late summer, that dry, the shrubs could be as tall as 5' or so. If you want to keep it smaller, you can cut them back this time of year (I'd really wait until it's lost it's leafs).





The remaining forms, vary a bit, none of which I'd just cut back. The ones I'd avoid pruning in the fall are Large-leaf hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla) and oak leafed hydrangea (H. quercifolia).





If you need some additional info. add it to your question, and I'll try to revisit it.





Good luck-


I hope that this helps





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I'm sure yours is one of the Macrophylla kinds, or at lease allied to it. I would not cut it back. These kinds of hydrangea bloom off of old wood, not newer wood (there are a few exceptions that have been introduced recently, there's no way of knowing if you have one of those or not). Once the leaves have browned and fallen off (this could happen quite late, like after Thanksgiving), tie the branches together, near the tips. Layer 3-6" of mulch around the base of the plant (you'll remove the mulch in the spring). Once you see new growth in the spring, cut back the dead. You should have flowers then. Fertilize with a flowering shrub fertilizer. Coffee will help make the soil more acidic, which in turn will make the flowers more blue.
Reply:Hydrangea are very easy to grow and they come back year after year even after severe pruning. See attached website for pruning advice.
Reply:use the website that the lady above gave you and find out WHAT KIND of hydrangea you have, because the pruning times and ways are different for different kinds!!!!... if you prune the wrong one at the wrong time, you'll get no flowers!!....


How do I bring the purple color back to my hydrangea bush?

Over the years the color has changed to pink instead of its original color purple. I have been told that a few house hold items can be used, but I can't remember what they are. If any one can help me out on these items or even a store bought product will do just fine, I would greatly appreaciate it. Thanks!

How do I bring the purple color back to my hydrangea bush?
It needs a more acidic soil. Use MiracleGro for azalea's rhododendrons, and hydrangeas.
Reply:Aluminum sulfate and it can be found at a nursery.
Reply:I've heard rusty nails or iron but I can't remember which color it was supposed to change them to.





Here's a web site that might help - http://www.hydrangeashydrangeas.com/colo...
Reply:work powdered sulpher into the soil around the shrub.
Reply:Aldridge Gardens in Alabama is known for their hydrangeas. I believe their website has a lot of info on how to care for hydrangeas. They know hydrangeas!!





www.aldridgegardens.com





Also try asking a local nursery. To find one, yp.yahoo.com is a great resource.

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How can i get my hydrangea bush to bloom brighter colors?

I would like for my bush to have brighter blue colors in it is there a way to make it brighter?

How can i get my hydrangea bush to bloom brighter colors?
Thanks for the question--found a great site to check out!








LIMITATIONS TO HYDRANGEA COLOR CHANGE





1. White hydrangeas can NOT be changed to pink or blue by the grower. (The Almighty sometimes adds pink and red to blooms as they age).





2. If you live in a hot climate, it is unlikely you will ever see a "true red" hydrangea. No matter how convincing those pictures in the catalogs are or how much lime is added to the soil, one can only achieve a very deep or dark pink, but not a true red (at least here in the South. I'd love to hear from you if you have a different experience).





3. One can rarely change the intensity of a color (how strong or pale the color is). The intensity develops for a number of reasons: the heredity of a particular hydrangea variety, weather conditions (hot or cold, humid or dry), health of the plant, and possibly other natural factors. Fertilizing hydrangeas once or twice a year may result in a little more saturated color simply because the health of the plant may be improved.





4. A few varieties of hydrangeas tend more toward the pink or the blue range of colors, but will not retain even this color if soil conditions are not right.
Reply:give it more sunlight
Reply:By burying rusty nails under your Hydrangea plant will bloom Bright Blue. (This may take a bit to take effect)
Reply:Hydrangea bushes grow lush, lovely colors in acidic soil. There are pre-packaged soil enhancers in any store with a garden department. Mine are a deep shade of lavender/blue. When the blooms start to fade to a lighter color, I add the special mixture for hydraneas with water to assure the acid in the soil is back to balanced.
Reply:Lime! You can buy it by the bag at your local Nursery. Did you realize that if your bush is really happy the blue turns to a purple then red then fads to pink and mauve! I live in the Pacific Northwest and it is one of the most popular buses. You can add some flower food before you lay the lime powder down. Be sure to wear gloves and rake it in a bit so kittys won't be getting the lime on their paws! Don't have kittys nothing to worry about.
Reply:I put nails around mine in the soil. Like picture hanging nails. The iron seems to help it out.


My hydrangea is looking very sorry for itself. How can I help it?

It was quite small when planted about a month ago, but had one flower. It is wilting a lot, although it is in quite a shady place and is watered daily.

My hydrangea is looking very sorry for itself. How can I help it?
Hydrangeas like semishade, rich porous soil, and lots of water, specially in this hot summer weather. Water the plant daily until soaking wet, preferably in the morning.
Reply:They need lots of water and sun will make them wilt something awful. The prefer the north side of a house.
Reply:Depending on where you live now it is really too hot to put it in sun. You must not be watering enough even though you say you are every day. If it is in a pot you must fill up the pot every time you water. And let it drain then fill it again. If it is in the ground a thorough soaking(let the water run on low for maybe 30 minutes) is required every few days. Good luck :-)
Reply:You should try putting it ona sunny place.Your flower is problaly not growing maybe because it is too much shade. Or try putting some rich soil.

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What is the best way to propagate my hydrangea and star jasmine?

ROOTING CUTTINGS IN FIVE EASY STEPS


Take a cutting from a branch of the hydrangea shrub about 5-6" long. Most experts say the cutting will work best if taken from a branch that did not flower this year.








Remove the lower leaves of the bottom two leaf nodes.(see pictures #3 and #4)








Cut largest leaves down to about half their size








Dip cuttings in rooting hormone (this is entirely optional) and insert into damp vermiculite or sterile medium. (See suggestion in NOTE below)








Water pot well and allow to drain. Make sure soil is moist but not soggy. Cover cuttings and pot with plastic. Try to keep plastic from touching leaves by adding stakes











Confederate (Star) Jasmine, Trachelospermum jasminoides, is normally propagated from cuttings. Softwood cuttings from partially mature wood taken in the summer or hardwood cuttings taken anytime. Rooting chemicals, bottom heat and mist are most helpful. Confederate Jasmine is not reliably hardy below about 20 degrees F and is subject to freeze damage at slightly higher temperatures so I would be cautious of such an extensive planting.


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What is the best way to propagate my hydrangea and star jasmine?
Both can be rooted in various manners which requires some practice and expertise.





Division is the easiest way to propagate them, a sure fire method of plants like that. Hydrangea, like Japanese Kerria, Sweet Bubby is commonly found to sucker. Wait a year or so and dig 'em up, separate and pot. After it has adjusted and growing nicely you plant or give away or even SELL for profit at yard sale.





You'll find Hydrange layers easily, the old fashioned way of rooting plants. Take a low branch, score the undersize and put a little Rootone on it, bury it lightly and put a rock on it to conserve moisture. Takes six months to a year but it virtually always takes, then dig up, separate, pot and voila another one.





Softwood cuttings under mist in pure river sand lightened with Vermiculite [and sometimes some peat moss] of either plant can easily result in making a hundred or more babies. It's a skill that takes practice and different plants require subltle changes in media and light and watering.





Purification of media by baking in an oven or the like is a must. Most cutting failures are due to fungal attacks or overwatering which just causes rot. The medium must be constantly MOIST but not WET. Bottom heat helps and misting gives a constant and controllable source of moisture.





In this way if stems are dipped into LIQUID Rootone which is much better than the powdered crap, you can get rooting in as little as two to three weeks.


When is the best time to plant a hydrangea plant?

I am in Massachusetts. I would like to plant this outside.

When is the best time to plant a hydrangea plant?
In northern climates, planting after the last hard frost in the spring is advisable.





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Hydrangeas that were container grown should be planted in the spring or fall months. Bare root hydrangea should be planted in early to mid spring.





Happy Gardening!


I have two forever and ever pink double hydrangea plants and the petals are turning green Why?

I feed them with miracle grow every so often but this is after I noticed the petals were going green. The plants look healthy and there is always new growth. I get new petals that start out pink and then turn green. And I can't figure out why?

I have two forever and ever pink double hydrangea plants and the petals are turning green Why?
To the best of my recollection, all of them I have seen do this.





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Reply:Because that is what they do. Those aren't flowers, those would be leaf growth.
Reply:they are suppose to do that, the longer the bloom stays on the plant the color changes.


In what kind of soil and sun do hydrangea's grow best? How do I get the different color shades?

Nikko Blue is an older, cold hardy variety. It will bloom well in full to part sun. In hotter climates, it will do better in part sun. The more acidic the soil, the bluer the blooms. Akaline soil produces more pink and lavender blooms. You can amend soil with aluminum sulfate for blue, and lime for pink prior to planting. I dump coffee grounds (used) around the blue plant and washed, crushed eggshells around the pink plants.

In what kind of soil and sun do hydrangea's grow best? How do I get the different color shades?
get a blue and a pink one and plant them close to each other and when it blooms you will have two colors..Its beautiful...the colors are marked at the home center...all you need is sandy loam...a little plant food every now and then .they really hold up well in south alabama..
Reply:Get MirAcid for color...it's by the makers of MiracleGrow. Hydrangeas get deeper color with the more acidic touch.
Reply:my parents had a beautiful hydranga bush. my dad used to put rusty spikes in the ground around them to change their colors

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