How to care and manage hydrangea

Hydrangea Growing Conditions

Hydrangea prefers warm, humid and semi-shady environment. The temperature suitable for its growth is usually 18-28℃. The temperature in winter cannot be lower than 5℃. The temperature for flower bud differentiation needs to be maintained at 5-7℃. The temperature of 20℃ can promote flowering. After the plant blooms, the temperature needs to be maintained at around 16℃ to prolong the flowering period.

How to grow hydrangea

Hydrangea cultivation requires suitable temperature conditions, which should be controlled at 18-28℃, and appropriate light conditions. The soil in the pot should be kept moist, but attention should be paid to drainage during the rainy season to prevent the plants from being waterlogged and causing root rot.

Watering hydrangeas

Hydrangea requires a lot of water, so the soil in the pot must be kept moist, otherwise it will wilt. The soil in indoor potted plants needs to be kept slightly dry in winter.

Hydrangea Fertilization

During the growing period of hydrangea, nitrogen-based fertilizers need to be applied. Compound fertilizers and organic fertilizers can be applied together, once every two weeks. An appropriate amount of ferrous sulfate solution can also be added for use together. After each fertilization, appropriate water should be added to help the plant absorb nutrients. Stop fertilizing during winter cultivation.

Hydrangea Pest and Disease Control

Hydrangeas are prone to problems such as leaf spots during their growth process. They can be promoted to resume normal growth by spraying pesticides, applying acidified fertilizers or regulators.

How to grow hydrangea at home

When growing hydrangeas at home, you should choose loose, fertile soil with strong water and fertilizer retention capabilities, and keep the soil moist. Create a semi-shaded environment for it, ensuring 3 to 6 hours of light a day, and control the suitable temperature for its growth between 15 and 25 degrees. In addition, pay attention to disease prevention and control.

Hydrangea maintenance precautions

During the maintenance of hydrangeas, it is recommended to apply appropriate fertilizer to the plants during the growing period and before the flowering period. Only in this way can the plants make full use of those nutrients. Do not let the plants be exposed to too much sun.