Why Is My Two Year Old Hydrangea Stunted In Growth With Crisping Leaves. The Leaves Are Small And Eventually Falling Off. It Was P

Question

lanted on a north facing wall. I have a second hydrangea about 15 feet from this one and on the same wall. Planted at the same time, this one is leaps and bounds above it.

Answer 1

Likely, this one has a disease that the other is resistant to. Disease resistance can be luck of the draw, but to give it the best chance, a fungicide may be necessary.

This article will help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/using-fungicides-in-garden.htm

Make sure that the shrubs do not receive too much water. The soil needs to dry out, thoroughly, down to 2 inches or more before watering. Many times, rain water is more than enough without extra watering.

Here is an article to help you with Hydrangea care:

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