Q.Hydrangea Leaves Are Browning
Lace hydrangea was planted 10 days ago. Tips of leaves started to get brown and curl almost immediately. Picture enclosed I sprayed with neem oil. Did not seem to help much. Some of the buds are drying and not opening. Picture enclosed. What can I do to prevent the hydrangea from dying. The plants were rather costly. Thank you for your help.
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Your photos did not come through, unfortunately.
There are a few things that can cause this. Transplant shock from wet soils will be the first consideration. This leads to infection and browning leaves.
The next will be the amount of sunlight. These will not tolerate full sun and need to be in a significant amount of shade.
Last, this time of year is not suitable for planting in most areas. This should be done earlier in the year to prevent failed transplants.
I am unable to see the state of the plant, and will be unable to see if it will survive. Once all environmental factors are corrected, then the plant may have a chance at recovery.
Here is an article that will help you to know what the plants need to survive:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/hydrangea/lacecap-hydrangea-care.htm
