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- Q.Hydrangeas. - I planted one years ago between sidewalk & house. It never really blooms. It begins, then the "flowers" go black ...
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- Q.When Do I Cut Back Hydrangeas? - Just the 'sticks' are showing now.
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JMcWhorter on
October 30, 2019
28112Q.When is the best time to transplant hydrangeas?
I have a hydrangea that grows pretty well (not great) and is in the wrong place. When can I transplant it?
Answered by
BushDoctor on
October 31, 2019
Certified ExpertA.During dormancy will be the appropriate time to move these shrubs. This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/hydrangea/transplanting-hydrangea-bushes.htm
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- Asked by
Anonymous on
November 14, 2019Q.Can I now cut back my hydrangeas, and feed in the spring??
I cut back hydrangeas after blooming last year and fed them in spring, and have very few blooms this year. Also, exactly what fertilizer to use?
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
November 15, 2019
Certified ExpertA.It sounds like you have Hydrangea macrophylla. This one flowers on old wood, so pruning any branch that has not flowered, or if the frost kills it back to the ground, will keep it from flowering properly. It's important to know what type of hydrangea you have as that determines when to prune if pruning is needed.
As far as fertilization goes, they generally prefer an all purpose food, but sometimes it is good to only feed them fertilizers high in phosphorus and potassium.
These articles will give you more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/hydrangea/hydrangea-not-blooming.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/hydrangea/fertilizing-hydrangeas.htm
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December 12, 2019Q.Should I cut hydrangeas back in the fall? My hydrangea plant is VERY big and hasn’t bloomed in a couple of years.
It bloomed for the first five years--but lately, not.
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GKH_Susan on
December 12, 2019
Certified ExpertA.When to cut your hydrangea depends on the variety, as pruning them at the wrong time can cut off growing flower buds. These articles should help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/hydrangea/hydrangea-not-blooming.htm
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golden_rose on
December 29, 2019
Richmond Hll, GA 31324Q.Hydrangeas.
I planted one years ago between sidewalk & house. It never really blooms. It begins, then the "flowers" go black & the leaves begin to turn black. I'm thinking of moving plant somewhere else. When should I do it? And, what do I need to do to help it bloom?
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
December 30, 2019
Certified ExpertA.Before you move it, though unless it is in the sun you shouldn't have to, make sure to treat the infection so that it doesn't get spread to the new area, as well.
A fungicide will do the trick. This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/using-fungicides-in-garden.htm
This article will help you to know what Hydrangeas need in, in general, to be healthy: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/hydrangea/growing-hydrangeas-hydrangea-care-guide.htm
As far as the blooms go- if all environmental factors are taken care of, including testing the soil for too much nitrogen, or a lack of phosphorus and potassium, making sure that it doesn't get too much sun, and making sure that it has a chance to dry out thoroughly between waterings, then you might chalk this up to being right outside of the range of that particular cultivar.
This article will help you to address the flowering issues: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/hydrangea/hydrangea-not-blooming.htm
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January 7, 2020Q.My hydrangea seeds are not like dust but look big, like melon seeds
What do hydrangea seeds look like?
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GKH_Susan on
January 7, 2020
Certified ExpertA.Typically they resemble cracked pepper. Very small. Flattened and almost papery, and black to brown.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/hydrangea/growing-hydrangeas-from-seed.htm
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Anonymous on
January 12, 2020Q.Can cuttings from hydrandea tree be rooted if left in vase of water long enough?
I've had some in water since late summer, but they show no signs of rooting. I change the water regularly in hopes that I'll be able to plant them in the spring.
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
January 12, 2020
Certified ExpertA.It's possible to root them in water, but my research shows it usually fails. If the cuttings still look alive, try recutting the bottom of the stem, dip in rooting hormone and insert in moist potting soil.
Here is more:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/hydrangea/hydrangea-propagation.htmWas this answer useful?00 - Asked by
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January 14, 2020Q.When do I cut back hydrangeas?
Just the 'sticks' are showing now.
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
January 14, 2020
Certified ExpertA.It depends on the type of hydrangea you have, but generally, pruning may not be necessary except to deadhead blooms and remove dead stems.
This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/hydrangea/prune-hydrangea-bushes-hydrangea-pruning-instructions.htm
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