How To Grow Hydrangeas In Pots – Expert Tips

Hydrangeas are immensely popular flowering plants that can be grown easily in containers.

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By choosing the right time that is in fall / spring one can ensure heavy flowering.

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The container should be large atleast 24" so that their root system can grow freely.

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The soil medium should be fertile and slow to dry out. The loam percentage should be high.

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Plant the hydrangea at the same depth as it was in its nursery pot without disturbing the root ball.

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They need morning sun but also require protection from afternoon overhead sun.

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They don’t survive well in open positions where they are vulnerable to late-frost damage and drying winds.

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Check regularly when to water the plant. Use a finger dip method to check soil moisture.

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This plant needs regular feeding. Using slow releasing fertilizer during potting is a good option.

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Fertilize your plant fortnightly with high potassium rich fertilizer to ensure heavy flowering.

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Pruning is an important task, the ideal time to prune is late winter / early spring.

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How To Grow Hydrangeas In Pots – Expert Tips

Hydrangeas are immensely popular flowering plants that can be grown easily in containers.

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By choosing the right time that is in fall / spring one can ensure heavy flowering.

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The container should be large atleast 24" so that their root system can grow freely.

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The soil medium should be fertile and slow to dry out. The loam percentage should be high.

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Plant the hydrangea at the same depth as it was in its nursery pot without disturbing the root ball.

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They need morning sun but also require protection from afternoon overhead sun.

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They don’t survive well in open positions where they are vulnerable to late-frost damage and drying winds.

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Check regularly when to water the plant. Use a finger dip method to check soil moisture.

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This plant needs regular feeding. Using slow releasing fertilizer during potting is a good option.

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Fertilize your plant fortnightly with high potassium rich fertilizer to ensure heavy flowering.

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Pruning is an important task, the ideal time to prune is late winter / early spring.

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