How to Grow Hydrangeas

Noted for their large flowerheads, hydrangeas are popular plants that bloom from early spring to late autumn. Learn how to grow hydrangeas in this eHow Home video:

The hydrangea varieties featured in this video, Mophead and Lacecap, have different flower forms but the same growing requirements. They prefer partial shade or morning sun up to about 11 AM as well as consistently moist soil (not soggy “wet feet” or boggy ground). You can change the color of the blooms by changing the chemistry of the soil. For pink blooms, alkalize the soil with hydrated lime; for blue blooms, acidify the soil with aluminum sulfate. Be aware that the chemical uptake process will take a full season.

When cutting hydrangeas for floral arrangements, cut mature blooms in the early morning as you want blooms that will hold up. Get them into water as quickly as possible.