The Leaves Have Almost All Dried Up On My Valentines Hydrangea Gift. Can I Plant It Outdoors Now?

Question

I live in central Iowa.

Answer 1

This is quite fortunate. This could be considered a dormant period, so planting as soon as the ground remains above freezing will be appropriate.

Are are some helpful articles:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/hydrangea/growing-hydrangeas-hydrangea-care-guide.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/gardening-by-zone/zone-5/zone-5-hydrangeas.htm