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Debunking Hydrangea Plant Myths And Misconceptions
By Annette Hird
You need to be wary of false pieces of advice if you want your hydrangeas to thrive and delight you with their enormous blooms throughout the warmer months.
Hydrangeas need to be in the right location for the specific type you're growing. While many will grow in lots of sun, some can also be grown in partial shade.
While hydrangeas need to be watered frequently, they won't thrive if the water doesn't drain. The soil should be fertile and could be amended with compost.
Change the colors of the blooms of some bigleaf and mountain hydrangeas by altering the pH of the soil. Use acidic soil for blue flowers, while alkaline soil makes pink flowers.
A final tip, it's important to learn as much as you can about your specific hydrangeas so that you end up with lots of glorious blooms and the admiration of your neighbors.