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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    June 24, 2011
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  • Answered by
    Grann on
    June 24, 2011
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    It could be the type of soil the plant is in. I know that affects whether blooms are pink or blue. My bush is blooming white this summer !

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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    October 29, 2011
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    Yes, you can keep it in the garage. Just make sure to water it about once a month.

    This article will help you with pruning: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/hydrangea/prune-hydrangea-bushes-hydrangea-pruning-instructions.htm

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    Nikki on
    May 29, 2012
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    Most likely this is sunscald, which is like sunburn in plants. This typically happens to plants that are in locations that are a bit too sunny for them. If possible, move the plant to a location that is not quite so intense or you can try to shade it some by placing a large umbrella (or something similar) over it. It should correct itself over time as the plant acclimates itself.

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    Nikki on
    August 30, 2012
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    Yes, they should work fine on hydrangeas. The powdery mildew can also be treated effectively with neem oil. Here is more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm

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    AnnsGreeneHaus on
    October 31, 2013
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    Hydrangeas are best grown outdoors. If you use one cool white and one warm white bulb in a two bulb fluorescent fixture. You will need to keep the bulbs within 18'' of the top leaves of your plant.

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    Nikki on
    April 1, 2014
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    Have they been fertilized and, if so, could you have used too much nitrogen? Usually, when plants don't bloom, fertilizer can be to blame. Too much nitrogen can lead to lush, green growth with little to no blooms. This can normally be offset with the addition of high-phosphorus fertilizer, or bone meal. Here is more information on that: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/phosphorus-plant-growth.htm
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/bone-meal-fertilizer.htm

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    Heather on
    April 10, 2014
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    This can happen for many reasons, but I would guess that it is due to either a lack of water or it has just reached the end of its blooming cycle. Try soaking the pot (with the plant in it) in a container of water. Sometimes when you water, it might not be going into the center of the soil, leaving the plant too dry.

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