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Say hello to Hydrangeas!

6/7/2025

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Hydrangeas are shrubs that know how to put on a show.

They can do bright and breezy, they can do head-turning, and they can also do exquisitely elegant.

So if you are one of those people who has written them off as “not for me,” take a second look.

The paniculata types have upright habits and delightful Mr Whippy ice-cream shaped blooms, while arborescens Annabelle is a firm favourite of garden designers.

Climbing Hydrangea petiolaris has loose lacey flowers and is great for north-facing walls.

You will also find many new Hydrangeas in captivating colours and tones.
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The best known Hydrangeas are the mopheads and lacecaps, named for the style of their outsized blooms.

They make spectacular cut flowers - and dried flowers too - although it is best to leave the majority  on the plant until spring, so they can protect forming buds from winter frosts.

Hydrangeas can have a vexatious habit of not flowering in their second year: this is usually because they are concentrating on developing their root systems, and is nothing to worry about.

Blue-flowering varieties are best grown in ericaceous composts but others will grow in any soil as long as it is not too dry or poor.

Finally, avoid planting Hydrangeas in spots where they will get the midday sun as they have a tendency to get hot and bothered in the heat.
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  • Find a varied choice of Hydrangeas this July at Katie’s Garden Plant Centre
1 Comment
Pauline baker
23/8/2025 06:54:29 pm

I would like to buy 10 Annabelle hydrangeas with pots black if possible. I am in hospital and need these as thank yous for my friends who have helped me after I broke my hip. I was and still am I hope 24/7 carer for my husband and people have been so kind. My gardener Laura would come and collect and pay. I am in Blue Bird Lodge rehabilitation centre. Please can you help me I have a flourish and debit card. My mobile number is 0794101437.
Many thanks Pauline Baker

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