How do I make my hydrangea blooms bigger?

How do I increase hydrangea bloom size?

To increase blooms, plant the hydrangea in an area of morning sun with shade in the afternoon, ensure the soil is consistently moist and apply a well-balanced fertilizer in Spring. Hydrangeas bloom on last year's growth, so avoid pruning your hydrangea too often, to encourage more flowers.

Why are the flowers on my hydrangea so small?

The most common reason that Hydrangea flowers are small has to do with less than ideal care. Check that your Hydrangeas are getting the right amount of water, sunlight, and fertilizer. In all of these areas, too little can cause plants not to flower at all, while too much can cause stunted blooms.

What to feed hydrangeas to make them bloom?

Hydrangeas will benefit from an all-purpose, balanced fertilizer, such as a 10-10-10 N-P-K, that contains equal amounts of each nutrient. A balanced fertilizer will encourage healthy foliage as well as bountiful blooms.

How do you fluff up hydrangeas?

Trick No.

Remove the wilted hydrangeas from your arrangement and re-cut the stems on a 45-degree angle. Make a vertical slit in the incision and hold the stem upright in the boiling water for about 60 seconds. Place the hydrangeas back in your floral arrangement and they should revive themselves in an hour or so.

How to Get More Blooms From Your Hydrangea

How do I know if my hydrangea is overwatered?

Will hydrangeas perk back up?

Within an hour or so, your lifeless limp hydrangeas blossoms will be back to their full glory. If they don't completely perk up, you can repeat the process, cut another inch or so off the bottom and heat more water. Over the next few hours the blooms should get to their full perky potential.

Is Epsom salt good for hydrangeas?

Hydrangea macrophylla, ones with pink and blue ones, are affected by the pH of the soil. A pH below 6 is best for blue flowers; above 6 encourages pink ones. Adding Epsom salts to your plant increases the amount of magnesium in the soil.

Should I deadhead hydrangeas?

You should deadhead throughout the blooming season to keep your hydrangeas looking their beast and encourage new flower growth. However, stop deadheading hydrangea shrubs in mid to late fall, leaving any spent blooms in place.

Is coffee grounds good for hydrangeas?

Coffee grounds add extra acidity to the soil around hydrangeas. On a chemical level, this increased acidity makes it easier for the plant to absorb naturally occurring aluminum in the dirt. The effect is pretty blue clusters of flowers.

What is the best fertilizer for hydrangeas?

A good all purpose 12-4-8 or 10-10-10 composition will provide all the fertilizing hydrangeas need. Either a chemical source or organic matter can be used successfully. Applying a once a year slow-release chemical formulated for shrubs and trees is the simplest solution to hydrangea care and feeding.

Why are my hydrangeas stunted?

Hydrangeas problems, such as failing to grow or flower, may either be impacted by unfavorable weather such as frost or too much sun, or they may not be getting enough water. They may also be victims of poor pruning.

What happens if you don't prune hydrangeas?

What happens if you don't prune hydrangeas? If you don't prune hydrangeas then they can eventually resemble a tangled mass of woody stems, and the flowers will become smaller and less showy. Regular pruning of hydrangeas helps to maintain their shape and also encourages new growth and a better display of blooms.

When should you fertilize hydrangeas?

Generally, you should fertilize your hydrangeas in Spring just when it begins to leaf out to give it an early-season boost. Fertilize them a second time during the growing season of July.

Do I cut down my hydrangea for winter?

Hydrangeas that bloom on new wood require pruning in late winter or early spring. Prune to shape, cutting back to about two feet. The pruning promotes new, sturdy growth, which provides the blooms next season.

Should hydrangeas be cut back every year?

Hydrangeas do not require strict reqular pruning; simply keep them healthy by removing dead wood and they will grow and flower well.

When can I cut the dead blooms off my hydrangea?

The best time to deadhead is when the first set of blooms on your hydrangeas begin to turn brown and dry. Cut the stem below the flower head and just above the first set of leaves. For reblooming types, you can deadhead again when this second set begins to fade, but only through mid-August or so.

Can you put Miracle Grow on hydrangeas?

In the North, hydrangeas can grow in all-day sun. Improve soil nutrition and drainage by adding Miracle-Gro® Garden Soil for Trees and Shrubs (in-ground) or Miracle-Gro® Moisture Control® Potting Mix (containers).

Is vinegar good for hydrangeas?

Hydrangea flowers will be pink in alkaline soil, but change to blue in acidic soil. So, mix up some apple cider vinegar and water, and give all the acid-loving plants a treat.

How long should hydrangeas last?

Hydrangeas are long-lived shrubs, sometimes living for up to 50 years if properly cared for. They enjoy morning sun but afternoon shade, and they need frequent watering during the growing season. Prune them in the fall after the blooms fade so they can grow on strong stems the following summer.

Do hydrangeas need full sun?

Hydrangeas like morning sun, but do not do well if they're in direct, hot afternoon sun. Partial shade in the later parts of the day is ideal for these beauties.

How much water do hydrangeas need?

The hydrangea should be watered thoroughly at least 3 times a week. Always water the plant all the way around the container, not just in one place. Water should come out the bottom of the pot. Never let it sit in water which will cause the roots to rot away.

How do you rejuvenate a hydrangea?

Why are the leaves on my hydrangeas curling?

Curling hydrangea leaves can be caused by several issues including over or under-watering, dry soil conditions, weather extremes, nutrient deficiency, and damage from insects and fungal infections. These each contributes to weakened plant tissue and cell death, leading to distorted curled foliage.