How to grow hydrangeas more vigorously?

Hydrangea gets its name because when its flowers are in full bloom, they look like an exquisite hydrangea, with a flower growing on each branch, eventually converging into clusters of beautiful large flower balls. This flower not only has diverse colors and rich varieties, but also has a long flowering period, so it is deeply loved by people. The reason why people like to grow hydrangeas is mainly because their flowers are beautiful and have a long flowering period. However, despite the popularity of hydrangeas, many people find that their hydrangeas do not bloom as expected during the cultivation process. So how can we grow hydrangeas more vigorously?

1. Soil selection

There is no need to be too particular about the soil for hydrangeas. Just use ordinary garden soil and add some sand, or add an appropriate amount of pine needles or leaf mold. There is no need to pursue special soil or granular soil. Some friends even just use ordinary garden soil to plant hydrangeas, and they can still grow well. For newly planted seedlings, it is not advisable to use overly fertile nutrient soil, but some ordinary soil should be added to avoid burning the seedlings. If the fertilizer is too concentrated, the hydrangea leaves will easily have burnt edges and the leaf surface will become uneven.

2. Watering method

Summer is a period when hydrangeas require more water. Due to their strong root system's ability to absorb water, large leaves and lush branches and leaves, they need to be watered frequently. In sunny weather, hydrangeas grown outdoors may even need watering in the morning and evening to prevent the soil from drying out and causing the leaves to wilt or burn.

3. Lighting management

Hydrangeas do not need shade in spring. More sunlight is beneficial to the growth of flower buds and branches and leaves. However, when the temperature exceeds 30℃ in summer, the light intensity increases, and hydrangeas should be placed in a diffused light and ventilated place with appropriate shade to maintain the beauty of the flowers.

4. Tips for changing pots

Hydrangea grows quickly, so when the plant becomes larger, it should be repotted in time. Autumn and winter are good times to repot. You can add organic fertilizers such as decomposed peanut shells , egg shells or pine needles to the bottom of the potting soil. When transplanting, slightly breaking up the roots will help the plant grow better. After repotting, after a few days of seedling acclimatization period, the plants should be exposed to more sunlight and kept well ventilated.

5. Pruning method

Hydrangeas are usually pruned after the flowering period ends. Find the bud below the flower on the branch and cut off from above the bud to promote the growth of new branches. This will keep the old branches flowering and allow the new branches to bloom.

To sum up, as long as the light, watering and ventilation are managed properly, hydrangea can grow freely. Try to reduce indoor maintenance as much as possible and grow it outdoors more often, and the hydrangea will bloom smoothly.