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FROM: Pete Smith cpsmith@conweb.com 12/21/05 2:33 PM Central
To all of you who have helped and contributed to this web site over the years, my sincere thanks.
This will be the last message from the Message Board at Pete's Hydrangeas. As you have seen over the past few weeks and months the amount of junk postings and blatant unrelated spam messages has been increasing. Many people choose to ask a question without reading the material on the web site, or checking the archives. And then many are not happy when their redundant questions are not answered immediately. Maintenance to the mailing list has become a time consuming task.
I have enjoyed hosting this web site, but like everything in life, there is a time for a change. The site will stay active for some period of time if people want to check the messages below or the archives.
May you and your families have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, and may all you hydrangeas bloom beautifully next spring.
FROM: Judy 11/26/05 10:28 AM Central
Is there a single good source to go to to learn which hydrangea need which sort of pruning? I have just planted many diffferent types in a new yard and now wonder which to prune when. Ilive on the edget of zone 6-7 in the NC mountains.
FROM: JEFFREY M BARISH JANDJMAM@OPTONLINE.NET 11/26/05 8:52 AM Central
I LIVE IN NEW YORK AND HAVE SOME VERY COLD WINTERS! I HAVE PLANTED HYDRANGEA MAC 'FOREVER PINK' IN GROUPS OF THREE AND WANT TO KNOW WHEN AND IF I CUT THEM FLUSH TO THE GROUND.I ASK THE LOCALS AND THEY DO NOT HAVE A CLUE.
FROM: 11/24/05 4:19 PM Central

FROM: Mack mackjacobs@peoplepc.com 11/24/05 7:46 AM Central
I'm in north central Texas and want to know when and with what I should fertilize my hydrangeas.
FROM: Shamrock shamrock76@wanadoo.fr 11/23/05 8:35 AM Central
Yes the correct web address is "hortensias-hydrangea.com" Thanks
FROM: Ken Dickey ken1934@yahoo.com 11/22/05 9:14 PM Central

FROM: Ken Dickey ken1934@yahoo.com 11/22/05 9:13 PM Central
Do you cut back hydrangea in the FALL OR Spring
FROM: deb debgrossnickle@msn.com 11/22/05 1:06 PM Central
Liz...I never had any luck keeping hydrangeas alive through the winter indoors until I realized they really need to go dormant. Now I leave them outside until we've had a few frosts, and then I put them in our cool, dark basement and withhold water. I water them about once a month...just enough to keep them alive. Once buds start forming in the spring I begin watering a little more, and when they begin to grow I move them into an area that's still cool, but has more light and begin normal watering. I do try to get them outside as early as possible, but keep them close to the house so I can bring them in when frost is forecast. Good luck with it!
FROM: Drene Perreault rperreault@freeway.net 11/22/05 12:30 PM Central
To all those that I gave the website......hydrangeashydrangeas.com......I had misspelled hydrangeas. I hope you caught it....sorry about that.
FROM: Liz Eliz.mc3@comcast.net 11/22/05 11:25 AM Central
I have always loved Hydrangeas and this is my first time in home that I have a yard. This past Easter I bought a Hydrangea plant from the supermarket, when the spring came a transplanted into a larger pot outdoors. We were doing a lot of construction and I didn't want to plant it in the ground just yet. It was marvelous all summer and into the fall. I wasn't able to get the plant into the ground before the cold weather began. I recently brought the plant inside in hopes that I can care for it all winter long and plant it next year in the ground. I live in NJ in zone 6b I beleive. Any suggestions as to how to care for it. This is my very first attempt at caring for a plant.\ Liz
FROM: Veronica newmanvv@hotmail.com 11/22/05 11:10 AM Central
When to prune Hydrangea in Indianapolis, IN
FROM: Veronica newmanvv@hotmail.com 11/22/05 11:10 AM Central
When to prune Hydrangea in Indianapolis, IN
FROM: Veronica newmanvv@hotmail.com 11/22/05 11:09 AM Central
When to prune Hydrangea in Indianapolis, IN
FROM: 11/21/05 4:53 PM Central

FROM: Kamen kamenthri@yahoo.com 11/21/05 12:48 PM Central
Just bought a house in Greensboro North Carolina, had some hydragea bushes on th e East side of the house, how do I keep them for the spring,how far do I cut them down.
FROM: Wib wib_kinneman@amtote.com 11/21/05 6:35 AM Central
I planted an "Endless Summer" hydrangia in August (I'm in Baltimore area). In the last several days frost/below freezing nightime temperatures have gotten to it. I am looking for help relative to pruning it. When and how much? I also have a lace hydrangia that I planted several years ago. It is outgrowing its space. When and how much should it be trimmed? Any help is greatly appreciated.
FROM: Pete Smith cpsmith@conweb.com 11/20/05 11:00 PM Central
R. Melnyk
Your plant will be fine next spring. Nice big green leaves on new growth green wood. Now you will have to wait another year to get blooms, although some may come in later in the season.
FROM: R. Melnyk mmelnyk@yahoo.com 11/20/05 9:53 PM Central
I live in Connecticut. Today (Nov 20th) while raking leaves around our blue-flowered Hydrangia I broke off the dead leaves and dormant stems. leaving about 1 inches of stubble .I thought that was a good thing to do. My wife is furious saying that I destroyed the plant. Is there anything I can do to save it? Or will it be a long cold winter or worse. So far she's not filing any papers. Pls help.
FROM: K 11/20/05 2:04 PM Central
When is the best time to transplant hydrangers?
FROM: 11/20/05 10:29 AM Central
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FROM: M. Teresa Dreager mamakin77@hotmail.com 11/20/05 10:15 AM Central
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FROM: jay alksj@lkjfsa.com 12/02/05 9:12 AM Central
screw lowes. they call them "holiday trees" not christmas trees.!! i hate you
FROM: Dan Listermann dan@listermann.com 12/01/05 4:10 PM Central
We are going to rebuild our porch. We have a hydranga that belonged to my grandmother there. Do we need to transplant it or can we just cut it back to ground level for the construction over the winter? We are in Cincinnati - zone 6.
FROM: Denise jandguth@peoplepc.com 11/30/05 12:11 PM Central
Hi, How do I determine what variety of Hydrangea I have recieved as a gift. It looks like a big leaf and has bloomed blue- but flower heads turned green after time and watering indoors with alkaline water. It started to bloom again- bright blue- but was neglected by house sitter and di not mature for observation. I love this plant and it is growing fine indoors- have left dried bloom heads on planat since someone said it needed this to absorb aluminum when planted outdoors in our alkaline soil. We are generally in zone 9- need to know what variety it is to adjust pruning and other care. Thanks
FROM: J Seaber jseaber@nc.rr.com 11/30/05 11:45 AM Central
When do I prune Everlasting Summer hydrangas
FROM: jeanne jacowhey@aol.com 11/28/05 7:07 PM Central
I planted one from a pot last year - it grew this year but no flowers - we have reached the frost season now - should I cut it back - cut the leaves off, any advise helpful- thanks
FROM: Eve Morse 11/27/05 3:59 PM Central
The message sent by someone regarding the manure, I would disregard. I believe it to be a scam.
FROM: Diane 11/27/05 1:27 PM Central
I have some "hot poker" plants and would like to know if I need to do anything to winterize the plants. I live in Washington state, we don't have a lot of snow but it doez freeze. Should I cut the foliage back?
FROM: Baranov Mike bionikkom@yahoo.de 11/26/05 5:12 PM Central
Dear Sirs We have opportunity to make non-polluting organic fertilizer from chicken and cow manure in volume more than 20000 tons per one year. A place of loading is the Black Sea. There is an opportunity to adjust manufacture near coasts of Pacific Ocean. If you have to this interest we are ready to cooperate with you. We also can offer a ready factory of manufacture of these fertilizers with special technology. We have yet more ideas and projects. For more information www.nikkom.onplex.de
FROM: Judy 11/26/05 10:28 AM Central
Is there a single good source to go to to learn which hydrangea need which sort of pruning? I have just planted many diffferent types in a new yard and now wonder which to prune when. Ilive on the edget of zone 6-7 in the NC mountains.
FROM: 11/26/05 9:10 AM Central

FROM: JEFFREY M BARISH JANDJMAM@OPTONLINE.NET 11/26/05 8:52 AM Central
I LIVE IN NEW YORK AND HAVE SOME VERY COLD WINTERS! I HAVE PLANTED HYDRANGEA MAC 'FOREVER PINK' IN GROUPS OF THREE AND WANT TO KNOW WHEN AND IF I CUT THEM FLUSH TO THE GROUND.I ASK THE LOCALS AND THEY DO NOT HAVE A CLUE.
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FROM: Mack mackjacobs@peoplepc.com 11/24/05 7:46 AM Central
I'm in north central Texas and want to know when and with what I should fertilize my hydrangeas.
FROM: Shamrock shamrock76@wanadoo.fr 11/23/05 8:35 AM Central
Yes the correct web address is "hortensias-hydrangea.com" Thanks
FROM: Ken Dickey ken1934@yahoo.com 11/22/05 9:14 PM Central

FROM: Ken Dickey ken1934@yahoo.com 11/22/05 9:13 PM Central
Do you cut back hydrangea in the FALL OR Spring
FROM: deb debgrossnickle@msn.com 11/22/05 1:06 PM Central
Liz...I never had any luck keeping hydrangeas alive through the winter indoors until I realized they really need to go dormant. Now I leave them outside until we've had a few frosts, and then I put them in our cool, dark basement and withhold water. I water them about once a month...just enough to keep them alive. Once buds start forming in the spring I begin watering a little more, and when they begin to grow I move them into an area that's still cool, but has more light and begin normal watering. I do try to get them outside as early as possible, but keep them close to the house so I can bring them in when frost is forecast. Good luck with it!
FROM: Drene Perreault rperreault@freeway.net 11/22/05 12:30 PM Central
To all those that I gave the website......hydrangeashydrangeas.com......I had misspelled hydrangeas. I hope you caught it....sorry about that.
FROM: Liz Eliz.mc3@comcast.net 11/22/05 11:25 AM Central
I have always loved Hydrangeas and this is my first time in home that I have a yard. This past Easter I bought a Hydrangea plant from the supermarket, when the spring came a transplanted into a larger pot outdoors. We were doing a lot of construction and I didn't want to plant it in the ground just yet. It was marvelous all summer and into the fall. I wasn't able to get the plant into the ground before the cold weather began. I recently brought the plant inside in hopes that I can care for it all winter long and plant it next year in the ground. I live in NJ in zone 6b I beleive. Any suggestions as to how to care for it. This is my very first attempt at caring for a plant.\ Liz
FROM: Veronica newmanvv@hotmail.com 11/22/05 11:10 AM Central
When to prune Hydrangea in Indianapolis, IN
FROM: Veronica newmanvv@hotmail.com 11/22/05 11:10 AM Central
When to prune Hydrangea in Indianapolis, IN
FROM: Veronica newmanvv@hotmail.com 11/22/05 11:09 AM Central
When to prune Hydrangea in Indianapolis, IN
FROM: 11/21/05 4:53 PM Central

FROM: Kamen kamenthri@yahoo.com 11/21/05 12:48 PM Central
Just bought a house in Greensboro North Carolina, had some hydragea bushes on th e East side of the house, how do I keep them for the spring,how far do I cut them down.
FROM: Wib wib_kinneman@amtote.com 11/21/05 6:35 AM Central
I planted an "Endless Summer" hydrangia in August (I'm in Baltimore area). In the last several days frost/below freezing nightime temperatures have gotten to it. I am looking for help relative to pruning it. When and how much? I also have a lace hydrangia that I planted several years ago. It is outgrowing its space. When and how much should it be trimmed? Any help is greatly appreciated.
FROM: Pete Smith cpsmith@conweb.com 11/20/05 11:00 PM Central
R. Melnyk
Your plant will be fine next spring. Nice big green leaves on new growth green wood. Now you will have to wait another year to get blooms, although some may come in later in the season.
FROM: R. Melnyk mmelnyk@yahoo.com 11/20/05 9:53 PM Central
I live in Connecticut. Today (Nov 20th) while raking leaves around our blue-flowered Hydrangia I broke off the dead leaves and dormant stems. leaving about 1 inches of stubble .I thought that was a good thing to do. My wife is furious saying that I destroyed the plant. Is there anything I can do to save it? Or will it be a long cold winter or worse. So far she's not filing any papers. Pls help.
FROM: K 11/20/05 2:04 PM Central
When is the best time to transplant hydrangers?
FROM: 11/20/05 10:29 AM Central
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FROM: M. Teresa Dreager mamakin77@hotmail.com 11/20/05 10:15 AM Central
my neighbor asked me how he should winterize his hydrangea bushes for the winter. Cut back? Wrap? We live in Southern New Jersey. Thanks! Terry
FROM: don dvskaggs@ameritech.net 11/19/05 10:00 PM Central
We moved into a new house in central Ohio earlier this year and the builder planted endless summer hydrangea. They were beautiful this summer but now it's winter and we don't know whether we should prune them back or not. Any winterization suggestions?
FROM: Karin cwhickman@skybest.com 11/19/05 5:03 PM Central
my hydrangias bloomed great the first year, but the last two years, not a single bloom. Why??
FROM: Renee praisehim2day2@aol.com 11/19/05 11:17 AM Central
I read on last years message board that the plant needs air in the winter to keep moisture from growing fungi on the plant. I wonder if I put too much hay around it? The hay is in about two squares all around the plant except on the side where it is by the porch steps? Also I planted a new bush this year and it didn't bloom at all. How long does it take them to bloom?
FROM: Renee praisehim2day2@aol.com 11/19/05 11:02 AM Central
AAHHHH! HELP! We had an unexpected freeze and the top leaves of my hydrangea plant is now black from freezing. Will this hurt it and what do I do, leave it alone and wait for spring or what? I had the bottom of it packed with hay and after the freeze (as I thought it would be okay yeah too little too late) I put squares of hay over the top of it and around it and put leaves over it as well. Any advice about what to do about the frozen leaves? Since the stalks are wood will it be okay? I live in zone 6b.
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FROM: James F. McComb jfm@mccombwaterworks.com 11/17/05 4:06 PM Central
I live in zone 6 on the south-eastern coast of Lake Michigan. This year a very long fall didn't produce a killing freeze until last night, 11/16. My Hydrangeas have been growing all Fall and now many branches reach over six feet and are still green. when should these be pruned back for best blossoming next summer and how much. There is not so much old wood as new growth. I'm a novice grower and haven't seen this happen till this year. My bushes are a mix of Nikko and Lace-caps. These are the ones which have shown the most late season growth. The Oak Leaves have not continued to grow post summer.
FROM: Sharon wbstanford@comcast.net 11/16/05 9:55 PM Central
Wondering how to prepare and store a 1yr old potted Hydrangea over winter in northern Illinois area. Thank you!
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FROM: c castro redd6613@yahoo.com 11/16/05 4:25 AM Central
Like I previosly asked and was not answered, what is the best way to prepare my hyds for winter?
FROM: carol castro redd6613@yahoo.com 11/15/05 8:54 PM Central
How do you prepare your hyds for the winter? I live in WI.Hurry its getting cold!!!!!!!!!
FROM: carol castro redd6613@yahoo.com 11/15/05 8:54 PM Central
How do you prepare your hyds for the winter? I live in WI.Hurry its getting cold!!!!!!!!!
FROM: jorge jdextrerevolo@yahoo.es 11/15/05 5:14 PM Central
deseo saber acerca del cultivo de la hortencia produccion y costos por favor darme la respuesta en castellano les agradesco su respuesta de antemano gracias.
FROM: jorge jdextrerevolo@yahoo.es 11/14/05 6:32 PM Central
costos de`produccion para una hectarea de hortencia
FROM: Pete Smith cpsmith@conweb.com 11/14/05 9:07 AM Central
Sorry about the spamming folks. Sometimes even idiots get their 15 minutes.
While I'm at it, I hope everyone has a wonderful holiday season. And, watch out for those late winter freezes after the buds set. Remember, most H will take temps into the teens without a problem, AS LONG AS THE BUDS HAVE NOT SET!!! Once the buds begin to set in the late winter, early spring, almost any freezing temps can knock out your blooms for most of the season. You will get a nice green healthy plant with good color, wide leaves on the macrophylla (the most common H.), but few or no blooms. Multch will help to keep the heat and when you cover the plant, the rotting multch will emit a very small amount of heat but usually enough to get out the damaging temps. Obviously a 100 watt light bulb will do better.
You benevalent dictator.
Pete
FROM: Susan Perrone scp255@sbcglobal.net 11/12/05 5:10 PM Central
This message is for John. Please see my response to Karen. You pruned your hydrangea at the wrong time--that is why it did not bloom. Flower buds for next season's blooms begin to set in Sept./Oct. so if you prune your hydrangea in the fall you are cutting off all of next year's potential blooms. If you must prune for size do so after your hydrangea blooms when the blooms begin to fade. I live in Connecticut and to be safe I wouldn't prune my hydrangea any later than August. You may get blooms on your hydrangea next year if you leave it alone this fall but it mak> my neighbor asked me how he should winterize his hydrangea bushes for the winter. Cut back? Wrap? We live in Southern New Jersey. Thanks! Terry
FROM: don dvskaggs@ameritech.net 11/19/05 10:00 PM Central
We moved into a new house in central Ohio earlier this year and the builder planted endless summer hydrangea. They were beautiful this summer but now it's winter and we don't know whether we should prune them back or not. Any winterization suggestions?
FROM: Karin cwhickman@skybest.com 11/19/05 5:03 PM Central
my hydrangias bloomed great the first year, but the last two years, not a single bloom. Why??
FROM: Renee praisehim2day2@aol.com 11/19/05 11:17 AM Central
I read on last years message board that the plant needs air in the winter to keep moisture from growing fungi on the plant. I wonder if I put too much hay around it? The hay is in about two squares all around the plant except on the side where it is by the porch steps? Also I planted a new bush this year and it didn't bloom at all. How long does it take them to bloom?
FROM: Renee praisehim2day2@aol.com 11/19/05 11:02 AM Central
AAHHHH! HELP! We had an unexpected freeze and the top leaves of my hydrangea plant is now black from freezing. Will this hurt it and what do I do, leave it alone and wait for spring or what? I had the bottom of it packed with hay and after the freeze (as I thought it would be okay yeah too little too late) I put squares of hay over the top of it and around it and put leaves over it as well. Any advice about what to do about the frozen leaves? Since the stalks are wood will it be okay? I live in zone 6b.
FROM: 11/18/05 11:35 AM Central
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FROM: James F. McComb jfm@mccombwaterworks.com 11/17/05 4:06 PM Central
I live in zone 6 on the south-eastern coast of Lake Michigan. This year a very long fall didn't produce a killing freeze until last night, 11/16. My Hydrangeas have been growing all Fall and now many branches reach over six feet and are still green. when should these be pruned back for best blossoming next summer and how much. There is not so much old wood as new growth. I'm a novice grower and haven't seen this happen till this year. My bushes are a mix of Nikko and Lace-caps. These are the ones which have shown the most late season growth. The Oak Leaves have not continued to grow post summer.
FROM: Sharon wbstanford@comcast.net 11/16/05 9:55 PM Central
Wondering how to prepare and store a 1yr old potted Hydrangea over winter in northern Illinois area. Thank you!
FROM: c castro redd6613@yahoo.com 11/16/05 4:25 AM Central

FROM: c castro redd6613@yahoo.com 11/16/05 4:25 AM Central

FROM: c castro redd6613@yahoo.com 11/16/05 4:25 AM Central
Like I previosly asked and was not answered, what is the best way to prepare my hyds for winter?
FROM: carol castro redd6613@yahoo.com 11/15/05 8:54 PM Central
How do you prepare your hyds for the winter? I live in WI.Hurry its getting cold!!!!!!!!!
FROM: carol castro redd6613@yahoo.com 11/15/05 8:54 PM Central
How do you prepare your hyds for the winter? I live in WI.Hurry its getting cold!!!!!!!!!
FROM: jorge jdextrerevolo@yahoo.es 11/15/05 5:14 PM Central
deseo saber acerca del cultivo de la hortencia produccion y costos por favor darme la respuesta en castellano les agradesco su respuesta de antemano gracias.
FROM: jorge jdextrerevolo@yahoo.es 11/14/05 6:32 PM Central
costos de`produccion para una hectarea de hortencia
FROM: Pete Smith cpsmith@conweb.com 11/14/05 9:07 AM Central
Sorry about the spamming folks. Sometimes even idiots get their 15 minutes.
While I'm at it, I hope everyone has a wonderful holiday season. And, watch out for those late winter freezes after the buds set. Remember, most H will take temps into the teens without a problem, AS LONG AS THE BUDS HAVE NOT SET!!! Once the buds begin to set in the late winter, early spring, almost any freezing temps can knock out your blooms for most of the season. You will get a nice green healthy plant with good color, wide leaves on the macrophylla (the most common H.), but few or no blooms. Multch will help to keep the heat and when you cover the plant, the rotting multch will emit a very small amount of heat but usually enough to get out the damaging temps. Obviously a 100 watt light bulb will do better.
You benevalent dictator.
Pete
FROM: Susan Perrone scp255@sbcglobal.net 11/12/05 5:10 PM Central
This message is for John. Please see my response to Karen. You pruned your hydrangea at the wrong time--that is why it did not bloom. Flower buds for next season's blooms begin to set in Sept./Oct. so if you prune your hydrangea in the fall you are cutting off all of next year's potential blooms. If you must prune for size do so after your hydrangea blooms when the blooms begin to fade. I live in Connecticut and to be safe I wouldn't prune my hydrangea any later than August. You may get blooms on your hydrangea next year if you leave it alone this fall but it may take even another year to recover from such a heavy pruning. Good luck.
FROM: Susan Perrone scp255@sbcglobal.net 11/12/05 6:34 AM Central
This message is for Karen. I am glad your hydrangea finally bloomed for you this year. You do not say what variety hydrangea you have but the two most common reasons why many mopheads fail to bloom is improper pruning and a late season, killing frost. Many hydrangeas bloom on old wood. This means stems that have been on the bush 9 months or longer. Also, flower buds for next year's blooms started fo
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FROM: jay alksj@lkjfsa.com 12/02/05 9:12 AM Central
screw lowes. they call them "holiday trees" not christmas trees.!! i hate you
FROM: Dan Listermann dan@listermann.com 12/01/05 4:10 PM Central
We are going to rebuild our porch. We have a hydranga that belonged to my grandmother there. Do we need to transplant it or can we just cut it back to ground level for the construction over the winter? We are in Cincinnati - zone 6.
FROM: Denise jandguth@peoplepc.com 11/30/05 12:11 PM Central
Hi, How do I determine what variety of Hydrangea I have recieved as a gift. It looks like a big leaf and has bloomed blue- but flower heads turned green after time and watering indoors with alkaline water. It started to bloom again- bright blue- but was neglected by house sitter and di not mature for observation. I love this plant and it is growing fine indoors- have left dried bloom heads on planat since someone said it needed this to absorb aluminum when planted outdoors in our alkaline soil. We are generally in zone 9- need to know what variety it is to adjust pruning and other care. Thanks
FROM: J Seaber jseaber@nc.rr.com 11/30/05 11:45 AM Central
When do I prune Everlasting Summer hydrangas
FROM: jeanne jacowhey@aol.com 11/28/05 7:07 PM Central
I planted one from a pot last year - it grew this year but no flowers - we have reached the frost season now - should I cut it back - cut the leaves off, any advise helpful- thanks
FROM: Eve Morse 11/27/05 3:59 PM Central
The message sent by someone regarding the manure, I would disregard. I believe it to be a scam.
FROM: Diane 11/27/05 1:27 PM Central
I have some "hot poker" plants and would like to know if I need to do anything to winterize the plants. I live in Washington state, we don't have a lot of snow but it doez freeze. Should I cut the foliage back?
FROM: Baranov Mike bionikkom@yahoo.de 11/26/05 5:12 PM Central
Dear Sirs We have opportunity to make non-polluting organic fertilizer from chicken and cow manure in volume more than 20000 tons per one year. A place of loading is the Black Sea. There is an opportunity to adjust manufacture near coasts of Pacific Ocean. If you have to this interest we are ready to cooperate with you. We also can offer a ready factory of manufacture of these fertilizers with special technology. We have yet more ideas and projects. For more information www.nikkom.onplex.de
FROM: Judy 11/26/05 10:28 AM Central
Is there a single good source to go to to learn which hydrangea need which sort of pruning? I have just planted many diffferent types in a new yard and now wonder which to prune when. Ilive on the edget of zone 6-7 in the NC mountains.
FROM: 11/26/05 9:10 AM Central

FROM: JEFFREY M BARISH JANDJMAM@OPTONLINE.NET 11/26/05 8:52 AM Central
I LIVE IN NEW YORK AND HAVE SOME VERY COLD WINTERS! I HAVE PLANTED HYDRANGEA MAC 'FOREVER PINK' IN GROUPS OF THREE AND WANT TO KNOW WHEN AND IF I CUT THEM FLUSH TO THE GROUND.I ASK THE LOCALS AND THEY DO NOT HAVE A CLUE.
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FROM: Susan Perrone scp255@sbcglobal.net 11/12/05 6:34 AM Central
This message is for Karen. I am glad your hydrangea finally bloomed for you this year. You do not say what variety hydrangea you have but the two most common reasons why many mopheads fail to bloom is improper pruning and a late season, killing frost. Many hydrangeas bloom on old wood. This means stems that have been on the bush 9 months or longer. Also, flower buds for next year's blooms started fo
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FROM: Dan Listermann dan@listermann.com 12/01/05 4:10 PM Central
We are going to rebuild our porch. We have a hydranga that belonged to my grandmother there. Do we need to transplant it or can we just cut it back to ground level for the construction over the winter? We are in Cincinnati - zone 6.
FROM: Denise jandguth@peoplepc.com 11/30/05 12:11 PM Central
Hi, How do I determine what variety of Hydrangea I have recieved as a gift. It looks like a big leaf and has bloomed blue- but flower heads turned green after time and watering indoors with alkaline water. It started to bloom again- bright blue- but was neglected by house sitter and di not mature for observation. I love this plant and it is growing fine indoors- have left dried bloom heads on planat since someone said it needed this to absorb aluminum when planted outdoors in our alkaline soil. We are generally in zone 9- need to know what variety it is to adjust pruning and other care. Thanks
FROM: J Seaber jseaber@nc.rr.com 11/30/05 11:45 AM Central
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FROM: jeanne jacowhey@aol.com 11/28/05 7:07 PM Central
I planted one from a pot last year - it grew this year but no flowers - we have reached the frost season now - should I cut it back - cut the leaves off, any advise helpful- thanks
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I have some "hot poker" plants and would like to know if I need to do anything to winterize the plants. I live in Washington state, we don't have a lot of snow but it doez freeze. Should I cut the foliage back?
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FROM: Judy 11/26/05 10:28 AM Central
Is there a single good source to go to to learn which hydrangea need which sort of pruning? I have just planted many diffferent types in a new yard and now wonder which to prune when. Ilive on the edget of zone 6-7 in the NC mountains.
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FROM: JEFFREY M BARISH JANDJMAM@OPTONLINE.NET 11/26/05 8:52 AM Central
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FROM: Mack mackjacobs@peoplepc.com 11/24/05 7:46 AM Central
I'm in north central Texas and want to know when and with what Irming in late Sept./Oct. Therefore, DO NOT prune your hydrangea this fall or you will be cutting off all of next year's flowers. If you must prune it this should only be done after flowering when the blooms begin to fade. I live in Connecticut and to be safe I do not prune any later than late August. Also, keep your eye on the bush come spring. Once the bush begins to "leaf out" in the spring you must be careful of a late freeze. If a frost is predicted after the bush starts becoming green you must protect it or all the flower buds will be killed and the bush will not bloom in the summer. Also, for Ron you mentioned that your hydrangea used to bloom at your old house. Therefore, you must have transplanted it. When did you do this? The heaving pruning you did prior to the transplant could be why the bush did not bloom for you this year. For more information both of you can consult www.hydrangeashydrangeas.com for more information. Good luck.
FROM: Ron roncreighton@usa.com 11/11/05 10:25 PM Central
I don't understand why my hydrangea isn't blooming. At my old house, it had many blooms. I have two huge ones in the back that get a lot of shade, but the one in the front gets plenty of sun!
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FROM: Karen Prezioso kprezioso@lidirect.com 11/11/05 6:15 AM Central
I live in Long Beach, NY. I have a large healthy Hydrangea bush that has finally rewarded us with flowers. What do I do this fall to the plant to ensure flowering again next year. Thank you
FROM: shawn sdsnm1@gmail.com 11/09/05 11:10 PM Central
bgaines, its to late to prune, your nikko is setting new buds for next years blooms, if you must prune as little as possible,prune right after the bloom is dying (spent) use clean siscors or a pair of pruning shears(hand style)to help next years bloom bud survive i would build a box out of wood staked to the ground around the plant and staple cardboard to it fill it w/ leaves packed lightly then put a top on it for the winter in spring before it starts to get warm remove all card board, can leave the wood for a little while in case their is a chance of frost in the forcast, in this case cover w/ plastic/or a blanket then in the morning when the frost is gone and before it starts to get hot under the cover, you need to remove it, keep doing this only if frost is in the forcast once past all the wood can be removed. hope this helps and good luck shawn fron Nicholas Nursery
FROM: bgaines@comcast.net bgaines@comcast.net 11/09/05 10:33 PM Central
Hello from CT! When and how can I prune my Nikko Blue. Also how can I help them survive the coming winter? I probably repeat the questions asked by many but I couldn't find the answers to them.
FROM: shawn sdsnm1@gmail.com 11/09/05 1:33 PM Central
aileen, if its not big just water first and dig up leaving a root ball on it, if it's large you will need to cut roots w/ shovel to remove it from the ground w/ a larger root ball, remember in spring it might look dead for a while intill the leaves bud out, dont forget to keep in watered for a while, this is how i trans plant them in to 2 gallon containers i grow 400 per year, hope this helps shawn from Nicholas' Nursery
FROM: shawn sdsnm1@gmail.com 11/09/05 12:26 PM Central
aileen, if its not big just water first and dig up leaving a root ball on it, if it's large you will need to cut roots w/ shovel to remove it from the ground w/ a larger root ball, remember in spring it might look dead for a while intill the leaves bud out, dont forget to keep in watered for a while, this is how i trans plant them in to 2 gallon containers i grow 400 per year, hope this helps shawn from Nicholas' Nursery
FROM: Aileen Acker facker@ns.sympatico.ca 11/09/05 12:07 PM Central
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FROM: Shirley dawkinst@nctv.com 11/08/05 11:59 AM Central
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FROM: Joni Wedig micwedig@centurytel.net 11/08/05 9:43 AM Central
Are there any steps I should take to winterize my Anna Belle and Endless Summer Hydrangeas?
FROM: shawn sdsnm1@gmail.com 11/08/05 9:33 AM Central
john, if it is a nikko you shouldn't cut it back to the ground it blooms off of old wood not new growth, if you need to prune it do it right after it blooms because it sets new bloom buds in fall, for next year and just prune a little bit, good luck
FROM: John jhorton@esl.org 11/08/05 8:04 AM Central
Last year was our first with a beautiful new hydrangea bush. I cut it back to ground level in the fall and although it grew back to nearly 3.5 feet tall, we had no blooms. What did I do wrong? We live in zone 6a (Rochester, NY) and we had an especially dry summer. It is planted on the East side of the house, so the structure blocks any harsh winds.
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FROM: Shamrock shamrock76@wanadoo.fr 11/23/05 8:35 AM Central
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FROM: deb debgrossnickle@msn.com 11/22/05 1:06 PM Central
Liz...I never had any luck keeping hydrangeas alive through the winter indoors until I realized they really need to go dormant. Now I leave them outside until we've had a few frosts, and then I put them in our cool, dark basement and withhold water. I water them about once a month...just enough to keep them alive. Once buds start forming in the spring I begin watering a little more, and when they begin to grow I move them into an area that's still cool, but has more light and begin normal watering. I do try to get them outside as early as possible, but keep them close to the house so I can bring them in when frost is forecast. Good luck with it!
FROM: Drene Perreault rperreault@freeway.net 11/22/05 12:30 PM Central
To all those that I gave the website......hydrangeashydrangeas.com......I had misspelled hydrangeas. I hope you caught it....sorry about that.
FROM: Liz Eliz.mc3@comcast.net 11/22/05 11:25 AM Central
I have always loved Hydrangeas and this is my first time in home that I have a yard. This past Easter I bought a Hydrangea plant from the supermarket, when the spring came a transplanted into a larger pot outdoors. We were doing a lot of construction and I didn't want to plant it in the ground just yet. It was marvelous all summer and into the fall. I wasn't able to get the plant into the ground before the cold weather began. I recently brought the plant inside in hopes that I can care for it all winter long and plant it next year in the ground. I live in NJ in zone 6b I beleive. Any suggestions as to how to care for it. This is my very first attempt at caring for a plant.\ Liz
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FROM: Kamen kamenthri@yahoo.com 11/21/05 12:48 PM Central
Just bought a house in Greensboro North Carolina, had some hydragea bushes on th e East side of the house, how do I keep them for the spring,how far do I cut them down.
FROM: Wib wib_kinneman@amtote.com 11/21/05 6:35 AM Central
I planted an "Endless Summer" hydrangia in August (I'm in Baltimore area). In the last several days frost/below freezing nightime temperatures have gotten to it. I am looking for help relative to pruning it. When and how much? I also have a lace hydrangia that I planted several years ago. It is outgrowing its space. When and how much should it be trimmed? Any help is greatly appreciated.
FROM: Pete Smith cpsmith@conweb.com 11/20/05 11:00 PM Central
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Your plant will be fine next spring. Nice big green leaves on new growth green wood. Now you will have to wait another year to get blooms, although some may come in later in the season.
FROM: R. Melnyk mmelnyk@yahoo.com 11/20/05 9:53 PM Central
I live in Connecticut. Today (Nov 20th) while raking leaves around our blue-flowered Hydrangia I broke off the dead leaves and dormant stems. leaving about 1 inches of stubble .I thought that was a good thing to do. My wife is furious saying that I destroyed the plant. Is there anything I can do to save it? Or will it be a long cold winter or worse. So far she's not filing any papers. Pls help.
FROM: K 11/20/05 2:04 PM Central
When is the best time to transplant hydrangers?
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FROM: M. Teresa Dreager mamakin77@hotmail.com 11/20/05 10:15 AM Central
my neighbor asked me how he should winterize his hydrangea bushes for the winter. Cut back? Wrap? We live in Southern New Jersey. Thanks! Terry
FROM: don dvskaggs@ameritech.net 11/19/05 10:00 PM Central
We moved into a new house in central Ohio earlier this year and the builder planted endless summer hydrangea. They were beautiful this summer but now it's winter and we don't know whether we should prune them back or not. Any winterization suggestions?
FROM: Karin &#rs@aol.com 11/07/05 9:08 PM Central
I live in zone 9a. I received a small Hydrangea as a gift in a pot with peat moss, I don't know what variety. I have had it for 4 months and have kept it indoors next to a window that does not get direct sunlight. It does not look as good as it did when I got it. But now that I have more information thanks to your web-site I can take better care of it. If I plant in an area that only gets morning sun, can I plant it outside? Keep in mind that it gets up to 120 degrees or more outside in the summer. Or will this be strictly an indoor plant?
FROM: 11/07/05 8:58 PM Central
I live in Phoenix AZ. I received a small Hydrangea as a gift in a pot with peat moss, I don't know what variety. I have had it for 4 months and have kept it indoors next to a window that does not get direct sunlight. It does not look as good as it did when I got it. But now that I have more information thanks to your web-site I can take better care of it. If I plant in an area that only gets morning sun, can I plant it outside? Keep in mind that it gets up to 120 degrees or more outside in the summer. Or will this be strictly an indoor plant?
FROM: willow weirich209@aol.com 11/05/05 3:01 PM Central
We are moving back to our family homestead in Minnesota. The biggest towns I can think of are Virginia, Evelith, Hibbing.I see hydrangeas in the area, which would be my best bet?
FROM: sUZANNE l. RAFFERTY rsuzeq@aol.com 11/05/05 11:35 AM Central
I live in Rhode Island, and planted a snowball varity about10 years ago. Plants are about 5 ft. tall, get sun all day until 3 pm. My question is: does one deadhead in the fall?
FROM: LOUISE EYEMSAVED@SBCGLOBAL.NET 11/04/05 6:08 PM Central
LARGE HYDRANGEA (ABOUT 4-5' DIA.) WAS ESTABLISHED ON PROPERTY WHEN I PURCHASED THE HOUSE. NOW, I'M SELLING THE HOUSE AND WOULD LIKE TO TAKE THE PLANT WITH ME. I LIVE ABOUT 1 MILE FROM THE HOUSE - IN ZONE 6. HOW CAN I TRANSPLANT WITHOUT DAMAGE (OR WORSE) TO THE PLANT??
FROM: brian brian.quirke@ch.doe.gov 11/02/05 10:20 PM Central
I have just planted 3 everblooming hydrangeas--in zone 5. Other than wrapping them in burlap how should I winterize them. Pruning...good or bad... and if so how much
FROM: Shirley dawkinst@nctv.com 11/02/05 6:17 AM Central
I have run out of space to grow hydrangeas in the ground. I want to try macrophyllas and paniculatas in large pots this year. Does anyone know of any problem in doing this in Zone 7-B? Any winter problems?
FROM: Deb debgrossnickle@msn.com 11/01/05 10:38 PM Central
Drene...Variegated Hydrangeas are gorgeous, but they are only hardy to zone 6. You probably won't be able to get them to bloom in a zone 4 garden, since they bloom on old wood and they are probably freezing to the ground every winter. You can try wrapping them in burlap, and placing a wire cone around them, filled with leaves...that may be them thru the winter. Even if they don't bloom, though...they are beautiful! I've had some luck with growing them in pots, and wintering them over in a cool basement.
FROM: Mike O'Dwyer lazybear@homecall.co.uk 11/01/05 4:06 PM Central
Has anyone out there got the American-produced Hydrangea, 'Sweet Carol'? I have been trying to find it again since the one that I bought in California a few years ago died. If you have this plant I would love to either buy or swap cuttings. I will be happy to pay for shipping and any costs incurred. So come on now, someone out there in Hydrangea Heaven must have this one. Thank for reading this, Mike.
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FROM: Drene Perreault rperreault@freeway.net 11/01/05 11:58 AM Central
I have 3 lace hydrangeas with varigated leaves. They were planted 3 years ago & have never bloomed. They had beautiful flowers on when I bought & planted them. The first fall I cut them back to the ground....I later had a neighbor I shouldn't have done that, so the next fall I just mulched them with leaves & cut the dead wood out in the spring....no change. They grow into beautiful bushes about 3-4 ft. tall, but no flowers. They get early morning sun & shade the rest of the day. How should I fertilize it & when should I trim it ? I live in northern Mi. in zone 4. Thanks for any help you can give
FROM: barbara condon lizzie88@adelphia.net 10/31/05 3:19 PM Central
our plant grows high and bushy but no flowers - everyone is telling us to cut them back - we live in vt - and it very cold in the winter - the soil is passable - plant is 3 years old
FROM: shawn sdsnm1@gmail.com 10/30/05 8:46 PM Central
chad from northern georgia/tenn e-mail me a list please, i don't want anything that is patented, thank you in advance
FROM: shawn sdsnm1@gmail.com 10/30/05 8:39 PM Central
tricia, my rule of thumb is that anytime you have a spent bloom on a plant or ornimental tree it needs removed, it will possible premote disease, other people will have other opinions on this question.
FROM: Tricia daveboth@mtco.com 10/30/05 12:05 PM Central
I live in Illinois and recently planted a wonderful Hydrangea Tardiva tree. It has bloomed wonderfully and I was wondering if I should clip off the dead blooms or leave them. I see that this question is frequently asked, but the site offers no answer to it. I hope one gets emailed to me. Thanks so much!
cwhickman@skybest.com 11/19/05 5:03 PM Central
my hydrangias bloomed great the first year, but the last two years, not a single bloom. Why??
FROM: Renee praisehim2day2@aol.com 11/19/05 11:17 AM Central
I read on last years message board that the plant needs air in the winter to keep moisture from growing fungi on the plant. I wonder if I put too much hay around it? The hay is in about two squares all around the plant except on the side where it is by the porch steps? Also I planted a new bush this year and it didn't bloom at all. How long does it take them to bloom?
FROM: Renee praisehim2day2@aol.com 11/19/05 11:02 AM Central
AAHHHH! HELP! We had an unexpected freeze and the top leaves of my hydrangea plant is now black from freezing. Will this hurt it and what do I do, leave it alone and wait for spring or what? I had the bottom of it packed with hay and after the freeze (as I thought it would be okay yeah too little too late) I put squares of hay over the top of it and around it and put leaves over it as well. Any advice about what to do about the frozen leaves? Since the stalks are wood will it be okay? I live in zone 6b.
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FROM: James F. McComb jfm@mccombwaterworks.com 11/17/05 4:06 PM Central
I live in zone 6 on the south-eastern coast of Lake Michigan. This year a very long fall didn't produce a killing freeze until last night, 11/16. My Hydrangeas have been growing all Fall and now many branches reach over six feet and are still green. when should these be pruned back for best blossoming next summer and how much. There is not so much old wood as new growth. I'm a novice grower and haven't seen this happen till this year. My bushes are a mix of Nikko and Lace-caps. These are the ones which have shown the most late season growth. The Oak Leaves have not continued to grow post summer.
FROM: Sharon wbstanford@comcast.net 11/16/05 9:55 PM Central
Wondering how to prepare and store a 1yr old potted Hydrangea over winter in northern Illinois area. Thank you!
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Like I previosly asked and was not answered, what is the best way to prepare my hyds for winter?
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How do you prepare your hyds for the winter? I live in WI.Hurry its getting cold!!!!!!!!!
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How do you prepare your hyds for the winter? I live in WI.Hurry its getting cold!!!!!!!!!
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FROM: Pete Smith cpsmith@conweb.com 11/14/05 9:07 AM Central
Sorry about the spamming folks. Sometimes even idiots get their 15 minutes.
While I'm at it, I hope everyone has a wonderful holiday season. And, watch out for those late winter freezes after the buds set. Remember, most H will take temps into the teens without a problem, AS LONG AS THE BUDS HAVE NOT SET!!! Once the buds begin to set in the late winter, early spring, almost any freezing temps can knock out your blooms for most of the season. You will get a nice green healthy plant with good color, wide leaves on the macrophylla (the most common H.), but few or no blooms. Multch will help to keep the heat and when you cover the plant, the rotting multch will emit a very small amount of heat but usually enough to get out the damaging temps. Obviously a 100 watt light bulb will do better.
You benevalent dictator.
Pete
FROM: Susan Perrone scp255@sbcglobal.net 11/12/05 5:10 PM Central
This message is for John. Please see my response to Karen. You pruned your hydrangea at the wrong time--that is why it did not bloom. Flower buds for next season's blooms begin to set in Sept./Oct. so if you prune your hydrangea in the fall you are cutting off all of next year's potential blooms. If you must prune for size do so after your hydrangea blooms when the blooms begin to fade. I live in Connecticut and to be safe I wouldn't prune my hydrangea any later than August. You may get blooms on your hydrangea next year if you leave it alone this fall but it may take even another year to recover from such a heavy pruning. Good luck.
FROM: Susan Perrone scp255@sbcglobal.net 11/12/05 6:34 AM Central
This message is for Karen. I am glad your hydrangea finally bloomed for you this year. You do not say what variety hydrangea you have but the two most common reasons why many mopheads fail to bloom is improper pruning and a late season, killing frost. Many hydrangeas bloom on old wood. This means stems that have been on the bush 9 months or longer. Also, flower buds for next year's blooms started fo color=blue> FROM: shawn sdsnm1@gmail.com 10/29/05 6:02 PM Central
hi my name is shawn and i'm looking to buy glowing ember hydrangeas(red regardless of ph in the soil)saw then in a catalog and fell in love with them> ( starting small nursery andd would like to propogate them ) rooted cuttings would be fine at the right price or larger plant also i live in the joliet, il area please e-mail me w/ any info thanks shawn m.
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FROM: Donna DM93065@charter.net 10/29/05 1:45 PM Central
I just moved from CA to NC. On my property is a very healthy looking hydrangea with lots of dead blossoms and dried, dead branches. Do I cut/remove all of the above to encourage new growth in the Spring?
FROM: Perry pcrucker@charter.net 10/28/05 8:22 AM Central
I have just been give 4 "Limelight: hydranges and need to know how best to place them. I live in southern Louisiana and when we say "full sun" it is exactly that. Any info on where I should plant them?
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FROM: JimMadory jmadory@yahoo.com 10/27/05 10:04 AM Central
If I cut back all my hydrangeas to twelve inch stems, will they flower next year? If not, how far back should I cut them. I have over 100 plants, some of which are six feet tall. My wife is on my case to cut them way back
FROM: JimMadory jmadory@yahoo.com 10/27/05 9:57 AM Central
IfIcut back all my hydrangeas to twelveinch stems, will they flower next year? If not, howfar back should I cut them. Ihaveover 100 plants, some of which are six feet tall.
FROM: Helen 10/27/05 7:33 AM Central
How do I prune my lace cap hydrangea that is 4 years old. I live in the North East US.
FROM: Chad 10/26/05 8:25 PM Central
For anyone in the North GA/Tennessee area(or any other area), I have a few different hydrangeas including Endless Summer, Lady in Red, All Summer Beauty, PeeGee, Oakleaf, Nikko Blue, and Tardiva. I root the ones which are not patented and I buy the patented varieties while they're small and pot them into a 3 gallon container. If anyone is interested in any post it and i'll get back to you.
FROM: 10/26/05 6:38 AM Central
I appreciate the replies I have received on rooting the paniculatas, but I would like to add a suggestion of mine for those of you trying to root also. A large size plastic drink bottle with the bottom inch cut off and the cap thrown away will do better than jars or plastic bags. If you leave the top on the bottle it may get warmer, but you run the chance of having a fungus problem. I have friends save these plastic drink bottles for me and use them for all my rooting.
FROM: Mike O'Dwyer 10/25/05 7:55 PM Central
Shirley, I too have had problems in trying to root H. paniculata. To date, I have only succeeded once, with H. pan. 'Unique'. I understand the best time to try rooting paniculata is around May, probably because there is optimal growth hormone produced at this time of year. Pot each cutting in a very tiny pot and cover individually with a tiny plastic bag to keep the shoot moist and turgid, and the slugs and insects out. Position in a location where it gets no direct sunlight for several weeks, in fact, for the first three or four weeks it is likely to root faster if you place the cutting in a dim lighting. Try it next year. Good luck. Mike.
FROM: Shirley dawkinst@nctv.com 10/25/05 3:57 PM Central
I have no problem rooting the mycrophylla hydrangea but have great difficulty with the paniculata. Does any one have any special instructions???
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FROM: Carol cstipancic@cogeco.ca 10/22/05 8:08 AM Central
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FROM: sara noweretobefound@msn.com &#rming in late Sept./Oct. Therefore, DO NOT prune your hydrangea this fall or you will be cutting off all of next year's flowers. If you must prune it this should only be done after flowering when the blooms begin to fade. I live in Connecticut and to be safe I do not prune any later than late August. Also, keep your eye on the bush come spring. Once the bush begins to "leaf out" in the spring you must be careful of a late freeze. If a frost is predicted after the bush starts becoming green you must protect it or all the flower buds will be killed and the bush will not bloom in the summer. Also, for Ron you mentioned that your hydrangea used to bloom at your old house. Therefore, you must have transplanted it. When did you do this? The heaving pruning you did prior to the transplant could be why the bush did not bloom for you this year. For more information both of you can consult www.hydrangeashydrangeas.com for more information. Good luck.
FROM: Ron roncreighton@usa.com 11/11/05 10:25 PM Central
I don't understand why my hydrangea isn't blooming. At my old house, it had many blooms. I have two huge ones in the back that get a lot of shade, but the one in the front gets plenty of sun!
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FROM: Karen Prezioso kprezioso@lidirect.com 11/11/05 6:15 AM Central
I live in Long Beach, NY. I have a large healthy Hydrangea bush that has finally rewarded us with flowers. What do I do this fall to the plant to ensure flowering again next year. Thank you
FROM: shawn sdsnm1@gmail.com 11/09/05 11:10 PM Central
bgaines, its to late to prune, your nikko is setting new buds for next years blooms, if you must prune as little as possible,prune right after the bloom is dying (spent) use clean siscors or a pair of pruning shears(hand style)to help next years bloom bud survive i would build a box out of wood staked to the ground around the plant and staple cardboard to it fill it w/ leaves packed lightly then put a top on it for the winter in spring before it starts to get warm remove all card board, can leave the wood for a little while in case their is a chance of frost in the forcast, in this case cover w/ plastic/or a blanket then in the morning when the frost is gone and before it starts to get hot under the cover, you need to remove it, keep doing this only if frost is in the forcast once past all the wood can be removed. hope this helps and good luck shawn fron Nicholas Nursery
FROM: bgaines@comcast.net bgaines@comcast.net 11/09/05 10:33 PM Central
Hello from CT! When and how can I prune my Nikko Blue. Also how can I help them survive the coming winter? I probably repeat the questions asked by many but I couldn't find the answers to them.
FROM: shawn sdsnm1@gmail.com 11/09/05 1:33 PM Central
aileen, if its not big just water first and dig up leaving a root ball on it, if it's large you will need to cut roots w/ shovel to remove it from the ground w/ a larger root ball, remember in spring it might look dead for a while intill the leaves bud out, dont forget to keep in watered for a while, this is how i trans plant them in to 2 gallon containers i grow 400 per year, hope this helps shawn from Nicholas' Nursery
FROM: shawn sdsnm1@gmail.com 11/09/05 12:26 PM Central
aileen, if its not big just water first and dig up leaving a root ball on it, if it's large you will need to cut roots w/ shovel to remove it from the ground w/ a larger root ball, remember in spring it might look dead for a while intill the leaves bud out, dont forget to keep in watered for a while, this is how i trans plant them in to 2 gallon containers i grow 400 per year, hope this helps shawn from Nicholas' Nursery
FROM: Aileen Acker facker@ns.sympatico.ca 11/09/05 12:07 PM Central
Ineed to transplant my Rose of Sharon. I live in Nova Scotia-Zone 6.
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FROM: Shirley dawkinst@nctv.com 11/08/05 11:59 AM Central
I am so pleased to see someone answering questions so that all can see the replies.
FROM: Joni Wedig micwedig@centurytel.net 11/08/05 9:43 AM Central
Are there any steps I should take to winterize my Anna Belle and Endless Summer Hydrangeas?
FROM: shawn sdsnm1@gmail.com 11/08/05 9:33 AM Central
john, if it is a nikko you shouldn't cut it back to the ground it blooms off of old wood not new growth, if you need to prune it do it right after it blooms because it sets new bloom buds in fall, for next year and just prune a little bit, good luck
FROM: John jhorton@esl.org 11/08/05 8:04 AM Central
Last year was our first with a beautiful new hydrangea bush. I cut it back to ground level in the fall and although it grew back to nearly 3.5 feet tall, we had no blooms. What did I do wrong? We live in zone 6a (Rochester, NY) and we had an especially dry summer. It is planted on the East side of the house, so the structure blocks any harsh winds.
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FROM: Cheryl Armstrong c.armstrong@sasktel.net 10/18/05 4:28 PM Central
I'm new to growing hydrangeas.I planted a white one and a blueone this fall. Both were recommended by the nursery as i live in southwest Sask.,Canada. Problem is my white one got touched by frost and now so did my blue one. What can I do to save them? I know they need a mulch bed, but should I cut them back? I really wnat to save them as they remind me of a very dearfriend I lost to cancer this year and she always had such lovely ones. I'd appreciate any and all help/advice. Thanxs, 'Cheryl from Eastend"
FROM: arya 10/18/05 11:17 AM Central
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FROM: Dinah Henderson dddinah@accesstoledo.com 10/17/05 9:30 AM Central
http://www.hydrangeashydrangeas.com/index.html to B. Pavier--the above is a great site to look at to try to help identify your hyrangeas. It is broken out into different types and has photos of what they look like as well as being able to look up other care issues.
FROM: gail gcarsten@cvtel.net 10/17/05 8:48 AM Central
How do I winterize my hydrangea plant in Minnesota?
FROM: Charlotte Zueck AZUECK@AOL.COM 10/16/05 12:01 PM Central
I live in Houston Tx. I have 2 maacrophylla hydrangea that are about 7 yrs.old. In the last 2 yrs. I've noticed the branches getting weaker and the blooms smaller, but still a lot of blooms. Have had trouble getting the blue color. I understand what I applied aluminum sulfate 1 time this past spring with no results. I feed the hydrangeas the same as I do my azaleas located in the same raised bed. They receive filtered sun. They get droopy in our summer PM heat, but bounce back in the evening. I have been pruning off the dead blooms in September and pruning back branches about 1/3 in March. They are mulched each spring with pine bark mulch. I've cut out a few olders branches that seem dead in the spring. What can I do to get the branches stronger and the blooms larger? I feel like they are slowly trying to die. Could it be the soil?
FROM: Jane Parkinson Stjoanofarc1949@aol.com 10/16/05 9:52 AM Central
I have just moved into a bungalow with a large rhodedondron bush, can anyone let me know how to prune correctly as I dont want to loose it.
FROM: Betty B 10/16/05 9:50 AM Central
I had wonderful foliage but no blooms this year. What can I do to encourage blooming.
FROM: 10/16/05 2:19 AM Central
Hi,I have mature hyndrageas and they blossom very little mostly they are producing large leaves.What shall I do to encourage blossom?I reside in Johannesburg,South Africa and now the spring end,beginning of summer...Thanks for your help,best regards,Arie Tal
FROM: maria lennonmaria@hotmail.com 10/14/05 7:42 PM Central
hydrangeas as well as magnolias, orchids, gardenias, dogwoods are acid-loving plants. you need to fertilize them to get flowers and depending on the amount of fertilization the colors of the flowers change between purplish-blueish and pink. i use Schultz Expert Gardener 33-11-11 schultz company, p.o. box 4406, bridgeton, mo 63044-0406 www.schultz.com. depending in what zone you live and what type of hydrangea you have you may have to cover them. i live in ohio. some people here do not cover them. i cover mine. i wrap them in burlap and fill the wrap up with leaves. you can close the burlap wrap any way you want. with nails, by sewing or anything else that will keep the burlap together.
FROM: Marcia maholland@springgrove.coop 10/14/05 4:22 PM Central
I have four varieties of hy drangeas, and would like to know wha to do in the fall. DoI cut them back, cover or leave them alone?
FROM: Brian Pavier pavier@icon.co.za 10/13/05 10:40 PM Central
I would appreciate advice (online) on the identification of the various types of Hydrangeas in our garden. Best wishes.
FROM: sharon 10/13/05 8:13 PM Central
It's fall. Hydrangeas are decidious - they drop their leaves and are bare sticks in the winter.
FROM: Wayne Beal whbeal@aol.com 10/13/05 3:08 PM Central
I live in California. Planted a Hydranger from a pot last year, grew beautifully until now with many lush looking leaves. This week they all turned brown and dry looking. What did we do. Thank you so much
FROM: Dee loberg1@aol.com 10/12/05 7:27 AM Central
Is it possible to split Hydrangeas?? I have some that are very large and would lke to start a new area with new plants. I know that Hostas can be split and do just fine can this same process work with Hydrangeas? I am in the Philly area, FYI my plants have multi colored blooms ( some blue some pink some mixed) I know this is caused by soil conditions but I was wondering if it is common?
FROM: Ellen elroberts@adelphia.net 10/11/05 3:10 PM Central
The home and property I just bought has a hydrangea planted but it did not bloom this past season. We moved in last winter (2004) and the wood stalks were there, new green growth came this past spring but no blooms. It's now mid October and I wante to know what I can do to have it bloom next season. I believe it in a blue hydrangea by the look of the leaves. Thanks in advance.
FROM: &#rs@aol.com 11/07/05 9:08 PM Central
I live in zone 9a. I received a small Hydrangea as a gift in a pot with peat moss, I don't know what variety. I have had it for 4 months and have kept it indoors next to a window that does not get direct sunlight. It does not look as good as it did when I got it. But now that I have more information thanks to your web-site I can take better care of it. If I plant in an area that only gets morning sun, can I plant it outside? Keep in mind that it gets up to 120 degrees or more outside in the summer. Or will this be strictly an indoor plant?
FROM: 11/07/05 8:58 PM Central
I live in Phoenix AZ. I received a small Hydrangea as a gift in a pot with peat moss, I don't know what variety. I have had it for 4 months and have kept it indoors next to a window that does not get direct sunlight. It does not look as good as it did when I got it. But now that I have more information thanks to your web-site I can take better care of it. If I plant in an area that only gets morning sun, can I plant it outside? Keep in mind that it gets up to 120 degrees or more outside in the summer. Or will this be strictly an indoor plant?
FROM: willow weirich209@aol.com 11/05/05 3:01 PM Central
We are moving back to our family homestead in Minnesota. The biggest towns I can think of are Virginia, Evelith, Hibbing.I see hydrangeas in the area, which would be my best bet?
FROM: sUZANNE l. RAFFERTY rsuzeq@aol.com 11/05/05 11:35 AM Central
I live in Rhode Island, and planted a snowball varity about10 years ago. Plants are about 5 ft. tall, get sun all day until 3 pm. My question is: does one deadhead in the fall?
FROM: LOUISE EYEMSAVED@SBCGLOBAL.NET 11/04/05 6:08 PM Central
LARGE HYDRANGEA (ABOUT 4-5' DIA.) WAS ESTABLISHED ON PROPERTY WHEN I PURCHASED THE HOUSE. NOW, I'M SELLING THE HOUSE AND WOULD LIKE TO TAKE THE PLANT WITH ME. I LIVE ABOUT 1 MILE FROM THE HOUSE - IN ZONE 6. HOW CAN I TRANSPLANT WITHOUT DAMAGE (OR WORSE) TO THE PLANT??
FROM: brian brian.quirke@ch.doe.gov 11/02/05 10:20 PM Central
I have just planted 3 everblooming hydrangeas--in zone 5. Other than wrapping them in burlap how should I winterize them. Pruning...good or bad... and if so how much
FROM: Shirley dawkinst@nctv.com 11/02/05 6:17 AM Central
I have run out of space to grow hydrangeas in the ground. I want to try macrophyllas and paniculatas in large pots this year. Does anyone know of any problem in doing this in Zone 7-B? Any winter problems?
FROM: Deb debgrossnickle@msn.com 11/01/05 10:38 PM Central
Drene...Variegated Hydrangeas are gorgeous, but they are only hardy to zone 6. You probably won't be able to get them to bloom in a zone 4 garden, since they bloom on old wood and they are probably freezing to the ground every winter. You can try wrapping them in burlap, and placing a wire cone around them, filled with leaves...that may be them thru the winter. Even if they don't bloom, though...they are beautiful! I've had some luck with growing them in pots, and wintering them over in a cool basement.
FROM: Mike O'Dwyer lazybear@homecall.co.uk 11/01/05 4:06 PM Central
Has anyone out there got the American-produced Hydrangea, 'Sweet Carol'? I have been trying to find it again since the one that I bought in California a few years ago died. If you have this plant I would love to either buy or swap cuttings. I will be happy to pay for shipping and any costs incurred. So come on now, someone out there in Hydrangea Heaven must have this one. Thank for reading this, Mike.
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FROM: Drene Perreault rperreault@freeway.net 11/01/05 11:58 AM Central
I have 3 lace hydrangeas with varigated leaves. They were planted 3 years ago & have never bloomed. They had beautiful flowers on when I bought & planted them. The first fall I cut them back to the ground....I later had a neighbor I shouldn't have done that, so the next fall I just mulched them with leaves & cut the dead wood out in the spring....no change. They grow into beautiful bushes about 3-4 ft. tall, but no flowers. They get early morning sun & shade the rest of the day. How should I fertilize it & when should I trim it ? I live in northern Mi. in zone 4. Thanks for any help you can give
FROM: barbara condon lizzie88@adelphia.net 10/31/05 3:19 PM Central
our plant grows high and bushy but no flowers - everyone is telling us to cut them back - we live in vt - and it very cold in the winter - the soil is passable - plant is 3 years old
FROM: shawn sdsnm1@gmail.com 10/30/05 8:46 PM Central
chad from northern georgia/tenn e-mail me a list please, i don't want anything that is patented, thank you in advance
FROM: shawn sdsnm1@gmail.com 10/30/05 8:39 PM Central
tricia, my rule of thumb is that anytime you have a spent bloom on a plant or ornimental tree it needs removed, it will possible premote disease, other people will have other opinions on this question.
FROM: Tricia daveboth@mtco.com 10/30/05 12:05 PM Central
I live in Illinois and recently planted a wonderful Hydrangea Tardiva tree. It has bloomed wonderfully and I was wondering if I should clip off the dead blooms or leave them. I see that this question is frequently asked, but the site offers no answer to it. I hope one gets emailed to me. Thanks so much!
chwch1@aol.com 10/11/05 11:32 AM Central
can I cut the blooms off my hydrangea plant in the fall I live in zone 5
FROM: Dinah dddinah@accesstoledo.com 10/11/05 8:21 AM Central
For Faith--the directions with my hibiscus state that no protection is necessary over the winter. I'm zone 5 in northern Ohio. It further states to prune in early spring and to remove up to 1/3 of the dead wood to shape and encourage large flowers.
FROM: A.RIDDOCH aroo1j0056@blueyonder.co.uk 10/11/05 8:16 AM Central
I HAVE A HYDRANGER THAT PRODUCED 3 VERY SAD BLOOMS THIS YEAR.WHAT CAN I DO ABOUT THIS IT IS A VERY LARGE BUSH.
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FROM: Faith watkins2k9@tvn.net 10/10/05 8:03 PM Central
I have two Hibiscus Plants and I live in North West GA. How do I keep them alive through the winter? If anyone knows please tell me.
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FROM: Anne Schnedl aschnedl@earthlink.net 10/10/05 11:51 AM Central
Hi - I planted two mop-heads in June (I live in the Atlanta, GA area - zone 7a-7b); They've developed brown spots throughout many of the leaves ... I've pruned, and there is definately new growth, that for a period of time seems healthy, and then the same thing happens. A friend who is a master gardner spectulated that this may be from overwatering (we had one of the wettest summers on record until Aug 31 - then virtually no rain for 3weeks) - I do get puddles forming in my yard when we have a good soaking. It didn't make sense to me that you can overwater a hydrangea, since I thought they are water hogs. I stopped any supplemental watering, even on really hot days, and have not watered them unless they were visibly droopy. This doesn't seem to have made a difference. I have pictures I can email to anyone who's willing to receive them if this may help you diagnose/prescribe treatment. They do get a lot of morning sun ... one of them gets sun all day. Soil was prepped before they were planted. I'd really appreciate any help - I'd hate to lose these plants - they were gifts. One had a flower on it when they were planted. No flowers since - I wasn't really expecting any this year ... but I'm hoping for next year. Thanks.
FROM: Douglas, Vancouver B.C. dougfir@shaw.ca 10/10/05 10:59 AM Central
I am curious to know if I have a double flowering Hydrangia quercifolia or not. I have not come across any pictures showing its facinating flowers that seem to never end.Other than Quercifolia does it have any other names? Thanks.
FROM: Douglas, Vancouver B.C. 10/10/05 10:57 AM Central
I am curious to know if I have a double flowering Hydrangia quercifolia or not. I have not come across any pictures showing its facinating flowers that seem to never end.Other than Quercifolia does it have any other names? Thanks.
FROM: Brenda Brendell1@msn.com 10/09/05 8:56 PM Central
My husband and moved into our house this past May. We have a PeeGee Hydrangea Tree. Flowered beautiful this year. But, I need to know how to prune it appropriately. If I need to trim the flowers off, where to I cut on the stem. The former owner said that she just cut the flowers when they died. But, she did not say where to cut them. I would appreciate some sound advice. thanks!
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FROM: sheena sheena@verizon.net 10/07/05 7:24 PM Central
I bought Hydrangea's today and there were cream dryed flowers on them, I did not notice that the tag said pind flowers. Does this mean that they will never turn blue?
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FROM: Sue (Twiggs) twiggsxxx@ukonline.co.uk 10/07/05 6:03 AM Central
I love these plants, been taking photo's of them all summer, just a small bush in my garden, more at my parents and a few flower shows, I want to fill my garden with them next summer, all under the connifers, is there a good time to plant and what kind of soil do they like, thanks for reading, huggs Twiggs xxx
FROM: sheena sheena122@verivon.net 10/06/05 6:44 PM Central
Is the fall the correct time to plant hydrangea?
FROM: Shelley wekshe@yahoo.com 10/05/05 3:38 PM Central
Hi there, I have 3 potted hydrangea's on my deck that produced a huge display of flowers this year. When they were through, I cut the flowers off. Then the plants started growing more flowers but they have stayed green with just a few petals with color. Why didn't the second batch color?Should I cut the green flowers off now or in the spring, or will they turn into blue and pink next spring? Thanks for any advice, Shelley
FROM: Nora Banks sandbanks@peoplepc.com 10/05/05 9:48 AM Central
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hi my name is shawn and i'm looking to buy glowing ember hydrangeas(red regardless of ph in the soil)saw then in a catalog and fell in love with them> ( starting small nursery andd would like to propogate them ) rooted cuttings would be fine at the right price or larger plant also i live in the joliet, il area please e-mail me w/ any info thanks shawn m.
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FROM: Donna DM93065@charter.net 10/29/05 1:45 PM Central
I just moved from CA to NC. On my property is a very healthy looking hydrangea with lots of dead blossoms and dried, dead branches. Do I cut/remove all of the above to encourage new growth in the Spring?
FROM: Perry pcrucker@charter.net 10/28/05 8:22 AM Central
I have just been give 4 "Limelight: hydranges and need to know how best to place them. I live in southern Louisiana and when we say "full sun" it is exactly that. Any info on where I should plant them?
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FROM: JimMadory jmadory@yahoo.com 10/27/05 10:04 AM Central
If I cut back all my hydrangeas to twelve inch stems, will they flower next year? If not, how far back should I cut them. I have over 100 plants, some of which are six feet tall. My wife is on my case to cut them way back
FROM: JimMadory jmadory@yahoo.com 10/27/05 9:57 AM Central
IfIcut back all my hydrangeas to twelveinch stems, will they flower next year? If not, howfar back should I cut them. Ihaveover 100 plants, some of which are six feet tall.
FROM: Helen 10/27/05 7:33 AM Central
How do I prune my lace cap hydrangea that is 4 years old. I live in the North East US.
FROM: Chad 10/26/05 8:25 PM Central
For anyone in the North GA/Tennessee area(or any other area), I have a few different hydrangeas including Endless Summer, Lady in Red, All Summer Beauty, PeeGee, Oakleaf, Nikko Blue, and Tardiva. I root the ones which are not patented and I buy the patented varieties while they're small and pot them into a 3 gallon container. If anyone is interested in any post it and i'll get back to you.
FROM: 10/26/05 6:38 AM Central
I appreciate the replies I have received on rooting the paniculatas, but I would like to add a suggestion of mine for those of you trying to root also. A large size plastic drink bottle with the bottom inch cut off and the cap thrown away will do better than jars or plastic bags. If you leave the top on the bottle it may get warmer, but you run the chance of having a fungus problem. I have friends save these plastic drink bottles for me and use them for all my rooting.
FROM: Mike O'Dwyer 10/25/05 7:55 PM Central
Shirley, I too have had problems in trying to root H. paniculata. To date, I have only succeeded once, with H. pan. 'Unique'. I understand the best time to try rooting paniculata is around May, probably because there is optimal growth hormone produced at this time of year. Pot each cutting in a very tiny pot and cover individually with a tiny plastic bag to keep the shoot moist and turgid, and the slugs and insects out. Position in a location where it gets no direct sunlight for several weeks, in fact, for the first three or four weeks it is likely to root faster if you place the cutting in a dim lighting. Try it next year. Good luck. Mike.
FROM: Shirley dawkinst@nctv.com 10/25/05 3:57 PM Central
I have no problem rooting the mycrophylla hydrangea but have great difficulty with the paniculata. Does any one have any special instructions???
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FROM: Carol cstipancic@cogeco.ca 10/22/05 8:08 AM Central
I have a Hydranda standard (I believe it is a pee gee). How when do I prune it? The branches with flowers are long and arching (beautiful) but I want it to fill out more in the spring. I live in southern Ontario.
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FROM: Jahnia Dominguez yerevangold@yahoo.com 10/04/05 11:28 AM Central
I am totally Hydrangea insane!!!I live in Odessa, FL, just northwest of Tampa. I would certainly appreciate any info on where to buy these plants locally. My zone is somewhere between 9A and 9B. Thankyou!!
FROM: dawne wood dawnewood@hesc.com 10/04/05 10:34 AM Central
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FROM: dawne wood dawnewood@hesc.com 10/04/05 10:33 AM Central
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FROM: missy aupetie87@yahoo.com 10/02/05 5:37 PM Central
I have a hydrangea that is right up to the house. It does not bloom properly. It has no sun light that really can get to it good. Do I need to move it away from the house and in to more sun?
FROM: Joan jmckinst@csc.com 10/02/05 12:48 PM Central

FROM: Joan jmckinst@csc.com 10/02/05 12:47 PM Central
I live in Zone 6 (I think, New Jersey). I have two hydrangea bushes that I planted last year (this is their second season). I planted them in the shade. They grow with beautiful drak green, healthy leaves, but NOT ONE flower. Why? Thanks, Joan
FROM: Uresh Patel uresh@msn.com 10/02/05 3:14 AM Central
I planted a grouping of climbing hydrangeas along a masonary garden wall. I have some rhododendrons in close proximity. Just noticed that both the rhodes and the climbing hydrangea have the edges of the their leaves chewed out in a rounded serrated fashion. Is this root weavil damage? Any recommendations on how to treat. Thanks very muchUresh
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FROM: Julie jray228@yahoo.com 10/01/05 8:41 PM Central
My next door neighbor told me my hydrangea had over 250 blooms; we moved into the house last fall....only a few blooms, this summer only 1 bloom? I'm not sure how to care for it, please advise.
FROM: Greg Conrad the_conrads@ns.sympatico.ca 10/01/05 1:36 PM Central
I live in Nova Scotia and would like to know what to do to help my Hydrange survive thje winter?
FROM: Bill Gamelli cphantom@verizon.net 10/01/05 9:24 AM Central
I planted a hydrangea bush in 2002, in 2003 it had ton's of beautiful large blue blossoms. Now in 04 and 05 nothing. The plant looks healthy with nice green leaves and grows good. I sprinkle a little Holly Tone around it in spring and fall.......miss the blossoms..........ohhhh forgot, had one big blossom last year......this year nothing
FROM: Deb debgrossnickle@msn.com 10/01/05 7:17 AM Central
Kim...Hydrangeas roots spread wide, rather than deep. Have your site prepared before digging up and transporting the new plants. Dig the plants out keeping the rootball intact as much as possible, place them in large pots or boxes, and try to get them in the ground as soon as you can. Make sure you water them in, and keep them well-watered to help prevent shock. Pete may have more (better) information on the board...be sure to take a look.
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FROM: Karen ksage4@cogeco.ca 09/30/05 8:50 PM Central
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FROM: Tonya Dorn dorntd@yahoo.com 09/30/05 5:35 PM Central
I have several hydrangeas that need to be moved to a different location in my yard, I live in Clarks Hill, SC, and I want to know what time of year I should do this?
FROM: jinx jinx777@execpc.com 09/30/05 5:06 PM Central
Oh Great. It's Sept 30 in Wisconsin and my hydrangeas that have had NO blossoms all summer have decided to grow and have teeny tiny blossoms starting. . only on a few. Now, do I prune THOSE branches? They certainly won't have time to bloom.
10/20/05 3:27 AM Central
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FROM: Cheryl Armstrong c.armstrong@sasktel.net 10/18/05 4:28 PM Central
I'm new to growing hydrangeas.I planted a white one and a blueone this fall. Both were recommended by the nursery as i live in southwest Sask.,Canada. Problem is my white one got touched by frost and now so did my blue one. What can I do to save them? I know they need a mulch bed, but should I cut them back? I really wnat to save them as they remind me of a very dearfriend I lost to cancer this year and she always had such lovely ones. I'd appreciate any and all help/advice. Thanxs, 'Cheryl from Eastend"
FROM: arya 10/18/05 11:17 AM Central
live and let live
FROM: Dinah Henderson dddinah@accesstoledo.com 10/17/05 9:30 AM Central
http://www.hydrangeashydrangeas.com/index.html to B. Pavier--the above is a great site to look at to try to help identify your hyrangeas. It is broken out into different types and has photos of what they look like as well as being able to look up other care issues.
FROM: gail gcarsten@cvtel.net 10/17/05 8:48 AM Central
How do I winterize my hydrangea plant in Minnesota?
FROM: Charlotte Zueck AZUECK@AOL.COM 10/16/05 12:01 PM Central
I live in Houston Tx. I have 2 maacrophylla hydrangea that are about 7 yrs.old. In the last 2 yrs. I've noticed the branches getting weaker and the blooms smaller, but still a lot of blooms. Have had trouble getting the blue color. I understand what I applied aluminum sulfate 1 time this past spring with no results. I feed the hydrangeas the same as I do my azaleas located in the same raised bed. They receive filtered sun. They get droopy in our summer PM heat, but bounce back in the evening. I have been pruning off the dead blooms in September and pruning back branches about 1/3 in March. They are mulched each spring with pine bark mulch. I've cut out a few olders branches that seem dead in the spring. What can I do to get the branches stronger and the blooms larger? I feel like they are slowly trying to die. Could it be the soil?
FROM: Jane Parkinson Stjoanofarc1949@aol.com 10/16/05 9:52 AM Central
I have just moved into a bungalow with a large rhodedondron bush, can anyone let me know how to prune correctly as I dont want to loose it.
FROM: Betty B 10/16/05 9:50 AM Central
I had wonderful foliage but no blooms this year. What can I do to encourage blooming.
FROM: 10/16/05 2:19 AM Central
Hi,I have mature hyndrageas and they blossom very little mostly they are producing large leaves.What shall I do to encourage blossom?I reside in Johannesburg,South Africa and now the spring end,beginning of summer...Thanks for your help,best regards,Arie Tal
FROM: maria lennonmaria@hotmail.com 10/14/05 7:42 PM Central
hydrangeas as well as magnolias, orchids, gardenias, dogwoods are acid-loving plants. you need to fertilize them to get flowers and depending on the amount of fertilization the colors of the flowers change between purplish-blueish and pink. i use Schultz Expert Gardener 33-11-11 schultz company, p.o. box 4406, bridgeton, mo 63044-0406 www.schultz.com. depending in what zone you live and what type of hydrangea you have you may have to cover them. i live in ohio. some people here do not cover them. i cover mine. i wrap them in burlap and fill the wrap up with leaves. you can close the burlap wrap any way you want. with nails, by sewing or anything else that will keep the burlap together.
FROM: Marcia maholland@springgrove.coop 10/14/05 4:22 PM Central
I have four varieties of hy drangeas, and would like to know wha to do in the fall. DoI cut them back, cover or leave them alone?
FROM: Brian Pavier pavier@icon.co.za 10/13/05 10:40 PM Central
I would appreciate advice (online) on the identification of the various types of Hydrangeas in our garden. Best wishes.
FROM: sharon 10/13/05 8:13 PM Central
It's fall. Hydrangeas are decidious - they drop their leaves and are bare sticks in the winter.
FROM: Wayne Beal whbeal@aol.com 10/13/05 3:08 PM Central
I live in California. Planted a Hydranger from a pot last year, grew beautifully until now with many lush looking leaves. This week they all turned brown and dry looking. What did we do. Thank you so much
FROM: Dee loberg1@aol.com 10/12/05 7:27 AM Central
Is it possible to split Hydrangeas?? I have some that are very large and would lke to start a new area with new plants. I know that Hostas can be split and do just fine can this same process work with Hydrangeas? I am in the Philly area, FYI my plants have multi colored blooms ( some blue some pink some mixed) I know this is caused by soil conditions but I was wondering if it is common?
FROM: Ellen elroberts@adelphia.net 10/11/05 3:10 PM Central
The home and property I just bought has a hydrangea planted but it did not bloom this past season. We moved in last winter (2004) and the wood stalks were there, new green growth came this past spring but no blooms. It's now mid October and I wante to know what I can do to have it bloom next season. I believe it in a blue hydrangea by the look of the leaves. Thanks in advance.
FROM: FROM: Kim klaforge@taconic.net 09/30/05 4:38 PM Central
Hi I was just given 2 very large hydrangea bushes from a friend that is moving, the only thing is that I have to transplant them to my home. What is the best way to do this? I live in the Northeast (NY) midd hudson valley.
FROM: cristina cristina-prokop@hotmail.com 09/30/05 8:27 AM Central
i am new on the cape and want to plant hydrangeas but am concerned as to wether it is good or not to plant them now in the Fall. When is a good time to plant in Cape Cod, MA
FROM: connie farris cfarris37129@comcast.net 09/30/05 6:09 AM Central
I live in zone 6 Tennessee, I have one hydrangea I bought on clearance at Lowes for 2 dollars. The kids wondered why I even brought it home it looked so bad. I put it right it the ground,miracle grow and plenty of water and it did great. Now my question is, I bought another one just a few days ago that is small still in the pot. If I put it in the ground now will it have time to take root before we get a frost? It could be anytime now around here. can I keep it alive all winter if I bring it in the house? It is a good healthy plant. I would like for it to live! Please help!
FROM: Vanessa Eckman butterfly76@bellsouth.net 09/29/05 2:54 PM Central
I bought a Hydrangea a few months ago. We were thinking of moving shortly after I boughtit so I never ended up planting it in our old yard because I wanted to take it with us. I think I waited too long to plant it though. It's still a live with several leaves but not like when I first purchased it. The stems are all woody like and only a few of them are green. I've been watering it like mad and it's in partial shade. I planted it with nutrient enriched soil as well. It's been a couple months and it's still hanging in there, but I wanted to know if there was anything I could do to help it. I live in NE Florida where the winters are not as severe and we only get a few frosts. I believe it's zone 8B or 9A. Help!
FROM: barbara glm1957@aol.com 09/29/05 12:00 PM Central
I have several pink mophead hydrangea that we got from my husband's mother.They were about 2 years old when we got them we planted them in April 2005.They get morning sun and evening shade and we live in Georgia (zone 7b). When they bloomeed in May the flowers were beautiful but around June the flowers wilted away and the leaves turned brown and dried up. It is now almost October and the stems which once held those lovely blooms are dried and bear .Should I cut all of the stems off? How can you tell when they're dead? I should also mention that a few new stems have grown up from the ground and they have new leaves on them. Should these be cut back? Please Help!!!Do I need to protect these hydrangea from the winter weather?
FROM: Jenifer jmoorelennarhouston@hotmail.com 09/29/05 11:31 AM Central
My landscaper has planted what he calls a Hydrangea - I don't believe. It is about 2 feet high with multi stocks coming the ground, not on one main stem. It's leaves are single,and long (1 1/2'). They are are thin, kind of "unrolled" at the base getting 3-4 wide and ending in a point. These leaves have bright yellow streaks, shooting the whole length of the leaf which is about 1/2 dark green too.
FROM: Dorie in N. CA amusgarden@yahoo.com 09/28/05 11:53 AM Central
Hello...is this message board still active? How does one sign up for the cuttings swap? Thank you
FROM: Ed Plata ed.plata@sbcglobal.net 09/27/05 4:30 PM Central
I live in the central valley (Hot Summers) California. We love the dark blue w/ wine colored mop head hydrangeas. What is the name of this particular variety??? Please help!!!
FROM: rhonda bartley rhonda_bart_caleb@yahoo.com 09/27/05 1:12 PM Central
how do i can sprout from an azelea bush need to know
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how do i can sprout from an azelea bush need to know
FROM: barbara 09/27/05 12:48 PM Central
I have a climbing hydrangea growing up the side of my garage. It is doing beautifully but I am putting new siding and I have to take it off so the siding can go up. How can i prune it back or take it off without really damaging the plant. Thank You very much
FROM: Bev pbbugler@hurontel.on.ca 09/26/05 9:38 AM Central
How do I winter my hydrangeas in Goderich ,Ontario?
FROM: Bev pbbugler@hurontel.on.ca 09/26/05 9:37 AM Central
I live in Goderich, Ontario, on the shore of Lake Huron. How should I prepare my hydrangea for winter? There seems to be a lot of confusing info out there!
FROM: Bev 09/26/05 9:36 AM Central
I live in Goderich, Ontario, on the shore of Lake Huron. How should I prepare my hydrangea for winter? There 32; ned@hotmail.com 11/25/05 11:14 PM Central
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FROM: Mack mackjacobs@peoplepc.com 11/24/05 7:46 AM Central
I'm in north central Texas and want to know when and with what Irming in late Sept./Oct. Therefore, DO NOT prune your hydrangea this fall or you will be cutting off all of next year's flowers. If you must prune it this should only be done after flowering when the blooms begin to fade. I live in Connecticut and to be safe I do not prune any later than late August. Also, keep your eye on the bush come spring. Once the bush begins to "leaf out" in the spring you must be careful of a late freeze. If a frost is predicted after the bush starts becoming green you must protect it or all the flower buds will be killed and the bush will not bloom in the summer. Also, for Ron you mentioned that your hydrangea used to bloom at your old house. Therefore, you must have transplanted it. When did you do this? The heaving pruning you did prior to the transplant could be why the bush did not bloom for you this year. For more information both of you can consult www.hydrangeashydrangeas.com for more information. Good luck.
FROM: Ron roncreighton@usa.com 11/11/05 10:25 PM Central
I don't understand why my hydrangea isn't blooming. At my old house, it had many blooms. I have two huge ones in the back that get a lot of shade, but the one in the front gets plenty of sun!
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FROM: Karen Prezioso kprezioso@lidirect.com 11/11/05 6:15 AM Central
I live in Long Beach, NY. I have a large healthy Hydrangea bush that has finally rewarded us with flowers. What do I do this fall to the plant to ensure flowering again next year. Thank you
FROM: shawn sdsnm1@gmail.com 11/09/05 11:10 PM Central
bgaines, its to late to prune, your nikko is setting new buds for next years blooms, if you must prune as little as possible,prune right after the bloom is dying (spent) use clean siscors or a pair of pruning shears(hand style)to help next years bloom bud survive i would build a box out of wood staked to the ground around the plant and staple cardboard to it fill it w/ leaves packed lightly then put a top on it for the winter in spring before it starts to get warm remove all card board, can leave the wood for a little while in case their is a chance of frost in the forcast, in this case cover w/ plastic/or a blanket then in the morning when the frost is gone and before it starts to get hot under the cover, you need to remove it, keep doing this only if frost is in the forcast once past all the wood can be removed. hope this helps and good luck shawn fron Nicholas Nursery
FROM: bgaines@comcast.net bgaines@comcast.net 11/09/05 10:33 PM Central
Hello from CT! When and how can I prune my Nikko Blue. Also how can I help them survive the coming winter? I probably repeat the questions asked by many but I couldn't find the answers to them.
FROM: shawn sdsnm1@gmail.com 11/09/05 1:33 PM Central
aileen, if its not big just water first and dig up leaving a root ball on it, if it's large you will need to cut roots w/ shovel to remove it from the ground w/ a larger root ball, remember in spring it might look dead for a while intill the leaves bud out, dont forget to keep in watered for a while, this is how i trans plant them in to 2 gallon containers i grow 400 per year, hope this helps shawn from Nicholas' Nursery
FROM: shawn sdsnm1@gmail.com 11/09/05 12:26 PM Central
aileen, if its not big just water first and dig up leaving a root ball on it, if it's large you will need to cut roots w/ shovel to remove it from the ground w/ a larger root ball, remember in spring it might look dead for a while intill the leaves bud out, dont forget to keep in watered for a while, this is how i trans plant them in to 2 gallon containers i grow 400 per year, hope this helps shawn from Nicholas' Nursery
FROM: Aileen Acker facker@ns.sympatico.ca 11/09/05 12:07 PM Central
Ineed to transplant my Rose of Sharon. I live in Nova Scotia-Zone 6.
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FROM: Shirley dawkinst@nctv.com 11/08/05 11:59 AM Central
I am so pleased to see someone answering questions so that all can see the replies.
FROM: Joni Wedig micwedig@centurytel.net 11/08/05 9:43 AM Central
Are there any steps I should take to winterize my Anna Belle and Endless Summer Hydrangeas?
FROM: shawn sdsnm1@gmail.com 11/08/05 9:33 AM Central
john, if it is a nikko you shouldn't cut it back to the ground it blooms off of old wood not new growth, if you need to prune it do it right after it blooms because it sets new bloom budsseems to be a lot of confusing info out there!
FROM: Jan Zorns jzornes@columbus.rr.com 09/25/05 5:57 PM Central
I live in zone 5 in Columbus, Ohio and I have a blue hydrangea. I planted it in early spring and it has done very well until now. It is starting to get brown spots on the leaves. Is this a virus and is there anything I can do about this. This is my first experience growing hydrangea so any help will be appreciated. It gets morning sun and is in well drained soil. However, our summer has been very dry so I have had to keep it32; Chuck Church chwch1@aol.com 10/11/05 11:32 AM Central
can I cut the blooms off my hydrangea plant in the fall I live in zone 5
FROM: Dinah dddinah@accesstoledo.com 10/11/05 8:21 AM Central
For Faith--the directions with my hibiscus state that no protection is necessary over the winter. I'm zone 5 in northern Ohio. It further states to prune in early spring and to remove up to 1/3 of the dead wood to shape and encourage large flowers.
FROM: A.RIDDOCH aroo1j0056@blueyonder.co.uk 10/11/05 8:16 AM Central
I HAVE A HYDRANGER THAT PRODUCED 3 VERY SAD BLOOMS THIS YEAR.WHAT CAN I DO ABOUT THIS IT IS A VERY LARGE BUSH.
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FROM: Faith watkins2k9@tvn.net 10/10/05 8:03 PM Central
I have two Hibiscus Plants and I live in North West GA. How do I keep them alive through the winter? If anyone knows please tell me.
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FROM: Anne Schnedl aschnedl@earthlink.net 10/10/05 11:51 AM Central
Hi - I planted two mop-heads in June (I live in the Atlanta, GA area - zone 7a-7b); They've developed brown spots throughout many of the leaves ... I've pruned, and there is definately new growth, that for a period of time seems healthy, and then the same thing happens. A friend who is a master gardner spectulated that this may be from overwatering (we had one of the wettest summers on record until Aug 31 - then virtually no rain for 3weeks) - I do get puddles forming in my yard when we have a good soaking. It didn't make sense to me that you can overwater a hydrangea, since I thought they are water hogs. I stopped any supplemental watering, even on really hot days, and have not watered them unless they were visibly droopy. This doesn't seem to have made a difference. I have pictures I can email to anyone who's willing to receive them if this may help you diagnose/prescribe treatment. They do get a lot of morning sun ... one of them gets sun all day. Soil was prepped before they were planted. I'd really appreciate any help - I'd hate to lose these plants - they were gifts. One had a flower on it when they were planted. No flowers since - I wasn't really expecting any this year ... but I'm hoping for next year. Thanks.
FROM: Douglas, Vancouver B.C. dougfir@shaw.ca 10/10/05 10:59 AM Central
I am curious to know if I have a double flowering Hydrangia quercifolia or not. I have not come across any pictures showing its facinating flowers that seem to never end.Other than Quercifolia does it have any other names? Thanks.
FROM: Douglas, Vancouver B.C. 10/10/05 10:57 AM Central
I am curious to know if I have a double flowering Hydrangia quercifolia or not. I have not come across any pictures showing its facinating flowers that seem to never end.Other than Quercifolia does it have any other names? Thanks.
FROM: Brenda Brendell1@msn.com 10/09/05 8:56 PM Central
My husband and moved into our house this past May. We have a PeeGee Hydrangea Tree. Flowered beautiful this year. But, I need to know how to prune it appropriately. If I need to trim the flowers off, where to I cut on the stem. The former owner said that she just cut the flowers when they died. But, she did not say where to cut them. I would appreciate some sound advice. thanks!
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FROM: sheena sheena@verizon.net 10/07/05 7:24 PM Central
I bought Hydrangea's today and there were cream dryed flowers on them, I did not notice that the tag said pind flowers. Does this mean that they will never turn blue?
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FROM: Sue (Twiggs) twiggsxxx@ukonline.co.uk 10/07/05 6:03 AM Central
I love these plants, been taking photo's of them all summer, just a small bush in my garden, more at my parents and a few flower shows, I want to fill my garden with them next summer, all under the connifers, is there a good time to plant and what kind of soil do they like, thanks for reading, huggs Twiggs xxx
FROM: sheena sheena122@verivon.net 10/06/05 6:44 PM Central
Is the fall the correct time to plant hydrangea?
FROM: Shelley wekshe@yahoo.com 10/05/05 3:38 PM Central
Hi there, I have 3 potted hydrangea's on my deck that produced a huge display of flowers this year. When they were through, I cut the flowers off. Then the plants started growing more flowers but they have stayed green with just a few petals with color. Why didn't the second batch color?Should I cut the green flowers off now or in the spring, or will they turn into blue and pink next spring? Thanks for any advice, Shelley
FROM: Nora Banks sandbanks@peoplepc.com 10/05/05 9:48 AM Central
I have Niki hydrangers a watered. It is also very humid here. Please help.
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FROM: Cara lunazulaz@yahoo.com 09/24/05 2:43 PM Central
IMy varigated hydrangea has developed a bad case of rust. I live in zone 10, southeast Arizona. the plant is in a pot and pretty much full sun. It gets water in the pre-dawn hours and then again late in the afternoon after the sun goes down behind the mountains. It was doing great and blooming beautifully until after monsoon. I ignorantly deadheaded 2 blooms and new foliage began to grow. The rust has progressed and looks pretty bad. I have a number of bonsai and don't want to risk them, but don't want to just trash this little beauty except as a last resort.I would appreciate any help possible on this matter. Thanks.
FROM: 09/23/05 11:54 AM Central
i planted an endless summer this year, it is located on the south/west corner, was doing well, no blooms yet but these dark brownish/purple dots started appearing on the leaves, it is not drying up or anything and still leafing out. Can anyone help?
FROM: Colleen colleen.farrell@comcast.net 09/22/05 3:16 PM Central
Right off the bat, I know nothing about gardening of any sort, but I do know that I have a big beautiful blue hydrangea that looks just like the one featured on this site in my back yard and I'd like to move it to the front of my house. Sunlight is the same - pretty much constant. It has done very well in its location, but it has to be moved out since my yard is being dug up. I'd rather showcase it in front than lose it altogether. It was there when I moved in four years ago, so I don't know how old it is. I live in zone 6a I believe ( a south shore suburb of Boston, Mass.) with very acidic, dry soil. I hope this is even possible this time of year - it is about to go from 80 degrees out to about 65. How do I know how wide around to dig even?
FROM: Howell Heald hheald1549@yahoo.com 09/22/05 8:48 AM Central
When do I prune my Snowball hydrangea?
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FROM: raymond Tessier RTessier@WCMH.org 09/21/05 10:02 AM Central
I'm wondering if I should cut back my hydrengeas. This is the first year I have them and I'v seen the,m grt really tall and mine are 18" high. Thanks
FROM: Fran Sancroft fsancroft@rogers.com 09/20/05 12:56 PM Central
I am new to Hydrangeas. I live in Pickering a suburb of Toronto, Canada. I think we are in Zone 4b or zone 5a(?). Anyway I picked up a hydrangea this spring, at a yard sale. I didn't have a clue that there were so many species! I planated it in my garden, lots of compost and good black earth. It is doing fine. But, I got one white flower head and a lot of green flowers which have ben out for a couple of months. What I can't seem to find out is why or what are these "flowers" telling me? Is this normal? I ahve tried to get this info elsewhere but no luck! Help!
FROM: Evonne granan08@yahoo.ca 09/20/05 10:05 AM Central
Hello , I started three clippings of a Hydrangea , lacecap , they are doing really well in a pot , what I would like to know is keeping them over the winter , I am in zone 5 , Nova Scotia , also how long before I put them in the ground , this is really the first good year for them , Thankyou
FROM: Courtney djcourt2@hotmail.com 09/20/05 9:31 AM Central
I have 2 hydrangers in my back yard. Not much light and sandy soil. They are huge. I moved into my home last spring and there have been no flowers on either plant. Any idea why, and do I need to prune them? Fertilize? If so how? Thanks a ton, Courtney
FROM: Joan Wamsley tailorjoan@nhvt.net 09/19/05 7:53 PM Central
HELP, I searched the messages and couldn't find specific answers to my problem. I bought a house with a hydrangea bush and have NO idea how to tend to it. It just keeps getting leggier each year, has no shape. The flowers are white at first then pinkish. I live in NH. Thanks, Joan
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FROM: Sandra Tudor STudor52@aol.com 09/19/05 9:39 AM Central
When is the best time to prune hydrangeas and how do I go about it.
FROM: Elsa Tod 09/18/05 10:54 AM Central
Hello,I live in Vancouver B.C. in zone 8b. I would like to transplant from my Mom's garden to mine a 2 foot H.She is selling her home and will be moving soon. Can I do that within the next month without killing the plant? Our weather is around 15-18 celsius now. Thank you
FROM: Jacqui ashewyn1@aol.com 09/17/05 9:19 PM Central
I am new at growing hydrageas but I love them, I got two as gifts, but he leaves are turning brown at the edges. How can I help it stop?
FROM: Andy Sariochek asario@comcast.net 09/17/05 3:18 PM Central
I have standard blue hydrangea. I made a mistake a cut the brown stalks the first year I planted my hyrangeand would like to prune them so they don't get too high but am unsure which branches should be cut and when. Can you help me on the care of these?
FROM: Jahnia Dominguez yerevangold@yahoo.com 10/04/05 11:28 AM Central
I am totally Hydrangea insane!!!I live in Odessa, FL, just northwest of Tampa. I would certainly appreciate any info on where to buy these plants locally. My zone is somewhere between 9A and 9B. Thankyou!!
FROM: dawne wood dawnewood@hesc.com 10/04/05 10:34 AM Central
what food do I feed hydrangea plants
FROM: dawne wood dawnewood@hesc.com 10/04/05 10:33 AM Central
what food should i feed new hydrangea plants
FROM: missy aupetie87@yahoo.com 10/02/05 5:37 PM Central
I have a hydrangea that is right up to the house. It does not bloom properly. It has no sun light that really can get to it good. Do I need to move it away from the house and in to more sun?
FROM: Joan jmckinst@csc.com 10/02/05 12:48 PM Central

FROM: Joan jmckinst@csc.com 10/02/05 12:47 PM Central
I live in Zone 6 (I think, New Jersey). I have two hydrangea bushes that I planted last year (this is their second season). I planted them in the shade. They grow with beautiful drak green, healthy leaves, but NOT ONE flower. Why? Thanks, Joan
FROM: Uresh Patel uresh@msn.com 10/02/05 3:14 AM Central
I planted a grouping of climbing hydrangeas along a masonary garden wall. I have some rhododendrons in close proximity. Just noticed that both the rhodes and the climbing hydrangea have the edges of the their leaves chewed out in a rounded serrated fashion. Is this root weavil damage? Any recommendations on how to treat. Thanks very muchUresh
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FROM: Julie jray228@yahoo.com 10/01/05 8:41 PM Central
My next door neighbor told me my hydrangea had over 250 blooms; we moved into the house last fall....only a few blooms, this summer only 1 bloom? I'm not sure how to care for it, please advise.
FROM: Greg Conrad the_conrads@ns.sympatico.ca 10/01/05 1:36 PM Central
I live in Nova Scotia and would like to know what to do to help my Hydrange survive thje winter?
FROM: Bill Gamelli cphantom@verizon.net 10/01/05 9:24 AM Central
I planted a hydrangea bush in 2002, in 2003 it had ton's of beautiful large blue blossoms. Now in 04 and 05 nothing. The plant looks healthy with nice green leaves and grows good. I sprinkle a little Holly Tone around it in spring and fall.......miss the blossoms..........ohhhh forgot, had one big blossom last year......this year nothing
FROM: Deb debgrossnickle@msn.com 10/01/05 7:17 AM Central
Kim...Hydrangeas roots spread wide, rather than deep. Have your site prepared before digging up and transporting the new plants. Dig the plants out keeping the rootball intact as much as possible, place them in large pots or boxes, and try to get them in the ground as soon as you can. Make sure you water them in, and keep them well-watered to help prevent shock. Pete may have more (better) information on the board...be sure to take a look.
FROM: Mary Ellen Gamache johngamache@sbcglobal.net 10/01/05 7:08 AM Central
Reply to Maria - I believe this works by only listing below the questions that are submitted. The responses are then sent individually to all email addresses that entered in the mailing list.
FROM: Maria Jemmlm36@comcast.net 09/30/05 10:46 PM Central
KarenI have been with this site for several months and still can't figure it out. Maria
FROM: Karen ksage4@cogeco.ca 09/30/05 8:50 PM Central
How can I read the responses to the questionson the message board?
FROM: cristina cristina-prokop@hotmail.com 09/30/05 6:16 PM Central
how can one learn the responses to these questions? I
FROM: Tonya Dorn dorntd@yahoo.com 09/30/05 5:35 PM Central
I have several hydrangeas that need to be moved to a different location in my yard, I live in Clarks Hill, SC, and I want to know what time of year I should do this?
FROM: jinx jinx777@execpc.com 09/30/05 5:06 PM Central
Oh Great. It's Sept 30 in Wisconsin and my hydrangeas that have had NO blossoms all summer have decided to grow and have teeny tiny blossoms starting. . only on a few. Now, do I prune THOSE branches? They certainly won't have time to bloom.
&#. They have never bloomed since. The grow very well and seem to be getting larger each year. But alas, no blooms. Is there anything I can do to remedy this situation? Thanks.
FROM: Mary Ellen Gamache johngamache@sbcglobal.net 09/15/05 5:27 AM Central

FROM: Mary Ellen Gamache johngamache@sbcglobal.net 09/15/05 5:26 AM Central

FROM: Mary Ellen Gamache johngamache@sbcglobal.net 09/15/05 5:26 AM Central
I am assuming if your email address is posted to the mail list then all responses will automatically be sent to your address? I guess there is not one area available to view responses to the corresponding questions.
FROM: Pam Wms dapacc@aol.com 09/14/05 4:45 PM Central
I am not necessarily an enthusiast but I do enjoy my one hydrangea plant. I live in NW Florida so it's still quite warm and my yard is watered every other day. I just noticed brown spots all over the leaves of my plant however. Any ideas where I can go to get some help diagnosing the problem
FROM: Bernett M. Waitt bernjane@sc.rr.com 09/14/05 1:33 PM Central
Is there any information on planting bare root hydrangaes available immediately if not sooner
FROM: Pete Smith cpsmith@conweb.com 09/14/05 12:31 PM Central
It seems a couple of times a year in the spring I need to post a message concening "answers" to questions that appear on this message board.
1. I am an amature who grows H. for fun in the Birmingham, Alabama area. I don't get paid for this, and there are very few ads/commercials.
2. I provide this web site and message board as a volunteer service.
3. I am hopeful that persons with answers or suggestions to help other people on this message board will volunteer their time and post a reply.
4. I answer some questions when I can and have the time.
5. I am not an expert in the varieties of H., the geographic nuances of different zones, or where to buy certain varieties.
6. I am not a person willing to repeat what has been already said on pages in this web site or asked and answered before on this message board. For example, how to prune? why no blooms? how to change colors? all answered elsewhere.
7. And I often and recently receive messages to my email address that are supposed to be posted here. If users would read one more line in messages they get they would know that hitting the reply button gets messages sent to me, not posted here.
All that said, I do hope this message board does provide a valuable service for most of you.
For those who would find this reply offensive, kindly ask your questions elsewhere.
Your benevolent dictator, web site host. Pete Smith
FROM: Mary Ellen Gamache johngamache@sbcglobal.net 09/14/05 11:15 AM Central
I have the same question that Kim presented "Where are the answers to these questions?" This is not a user-friendly process.
FROM: chuck WWW.BOWHUNTER26261@YAHOO.COM 09/14/05 9:41 AM Central
I would like to ask how to change the color of the hydrangea and how to make them bloom. I have one plant that has not bloomed in 2 years.
FROM: kim galioto jkgalioto@charter.net 09/14/05 8:18 AM Central
where are the ANSWERS listed for some really great questions????
FROM: Gayle Gillespie ggillesp653@cs.com 09/12/05 12:15 PM Central
I have been going through many of the links provided by google to find out what to feed them. Especially new ones going into the ground soon. NO LUCK! Drats! Can you help? I live on the Hood Canal in WA State and live in zone 8.Thanks and regards,Gayle
FROM: Ron Spence arspence@telus.net 09/11/05 10:53 PM Central
I have a mophead hydrangea like the one next to your message board. My two plants are getting to a point where they are becoming to large. Unfortunately they are planted beside the steps to our front door framing it quite nicely. The blossoms are a massize 10" to 12" in diameter. The plant itself is, Height-6ft., Diameter-61/2ft. My question to you is, "how do I get the plant back to a more reasonable size?"
FROM: MIKE DELMEDICO mdoc@earthlink.net 09/11/05 4:03 PM Central
I LIVE IN HUNTINGTON BEACH CA. I HAVE A LACE CAP HYDRANGEAIT IS ABOUT 30" IN DIAMETER.WHEN CAN I PRUNE IT? IT IS THRUBLOOMING AND FULL OF DEAD FLOWERS.HOW FAR BACK CAN I CUT IT? MIKE DELMEDICO
FROM: pearl ivorypearl@hotmail.com 09/09/05 3:04 PM Central
how would you prune a hydrangea plant to encourage more dense growth
FROM: Lois Bolyard mildred1971@comcast.net 09/08/05 1:25 PM Central
How do you transplant a part of a huge hydrangea? My mother usually cuts hers back in the fall and I'd like to take a portion of it to my home 4 hrs away and plant it in my yard. Is there anything special I must do to prepare it for transport?? Her blooms are also white and I'd like to know if I should do anything to my soil in the fall to change those to blue and pink. We both live in zone 6.
FROM: Susan Perrone scp255@sbcglobal.net 09/08/05 1:13 PM Central
Mary Ellen -- Transplant it in the fall.
FROM: Mary Ellen Gamache johngamache@sbcglobal.net 09/08/05 5:55 AM Central
klaforge@taconic.net 09/30/05 4:38 PM Central
Hi I was just given 2 very large hydrangea bushes from a friend that is moving, the only thing is that I have to transplant them to my home. What is the best way to do this? I live in the Northeast (NY) midd hudson valley.
FROM: cristina cristina-prokop@hotmail.com 09/30/05 8:27 AM Central
i am new on the cape and want to plant hydrangeas but am concerned as to wether it is good or not to plant them now in the Fall. When is a good time to plant in Cape Cod, MA
FROM: connie farris cfarris37129@comcast.net 09/30/05 6:09 AM Central
I live in zone 6 Tennessee, I have one hydrangea I bought on clearance at Lowes for 2 dollars. The kids wondered why I even brought it home it looked so bad. I put it right it the ground,miracle grow and plenty of water and it did great. Now my question is, I bought another one just a few days ago that is small still in the pot. If I put it in the ground now will it have time to take root before we get a frost? It could be anytime now around here. can I keep it alive all winter if I bring it in the house? It is a good healthy plant. I would like for it to live! Please help!
FROM: Vanessa Eckman butterfly76@bellsouth.net 09/29/05 2:54 PM Central
I bought a Hydrangea a few months ago. We were thinking of moving shortly after I boughtit so I never ended up planting it in our old yard because I wanted to take it with us. I think I waited too long to plant it though. It's still a live with several leaves but not like when I first purchased it. The stems are all woody like and only a few of them are green. I've been watering it like mad and it's in partial shade. I planted it with nutrient enriched soil as well. It's been a couple months and it's still hanging in there, but I wanted to know if there was anything I could do to help it. I live in NE Florida where the winters are not as severe and we only get a few frosts. I believe it's zone 8B or 9A. Help!
FROM: barbara glm1957@aol.com 09/29/05 12:00 PM Central
I have several pink mophead hydrangea that we got from my husband's mother.They were about 2 years old when we got them we planted them in April 2005.They get morning sun and evening shade and we live in Georgia (zone 7b). When they bloomeed in May the flowers were beautiful but around June the flowers wilted away and the leaves turned brown and dried up. It is now almost October and the stems which once held those lovely blooms are dried and bear .Should I cut all of the stems off? How can you tell when they're dead? I should also mention that a few new stems have grown up from the ground and they have new leaves on them. Should these be cut back? Please Help!!!Do I need to protect these hydrangea from the winter weather?
FROM: Jenifer jmoorelennarhouston@hotmail.com 09/29/05 11:31 AM Central
My landscaper has planted what he calls a Hydrangea - I don't believe. It is about 2 feet high with multi stocks coming the ground, not on one main stem. It's leaves are single,and long (1 1/2'). They are are thin, kind of "unrolled" at the base getting 3-4 wide and ending in a point. These leaves have bright yellow streaks, shooting the whole length of the leaf which is about 1/2 dark green too.
FROM: Dorie in N. CA amusgarden@yahoo.com 09/28/05 11:53 AM Central
Hello...is this message board still active? How does one sign up for the cuttings swap? Thank you
FROM: Ed Plata ed.plata@sbcglobal.net 09/27/05 4:30 PM Central
I live in the central valley (Hot Summers) California. We love the dark blue w/ wine colored mop head hydrangeas. What is the name of this particular variety??? Please help!!!
FROM: rhonda bartley rhonda_bart_caleb@yahoo.com 09/27/05 1:12 PM Central
how do i can sprout from an azelea bush need to know
FROM: rhonda bartley rhonda_bart_caleb@yahoo.com 09/27/05 1:09 PM Central
how do i can sprout from an azelea bush need to know
FROM: barbara 09/27/05 12:48 PM Central
I have a climbing hydrangea growing up the side of my garage. It is doing beautifully but I am putting new siding and I have to take it off so the siding can go up. How can i prune it back or take it off without really damaging the plant. Thank You very much
FROM: Bev pbbugler@hurontel.on.ca 09/26/05 9:38 AM Central
How do I winter my hydrangeas in Goderich ,Ontario?
FROM: Bev pbbugler@hurontel.on.ca 09/26/05 9:37 AM Central
I live in Goderich, Ontario, on the shore of Lake Huron. How should I prepare my hydrangea for winter? There seems to be a lot of confusing info out there!
FROM: Bev 09/26/05 9:36 AM Central
I live in Goderich, Ontario, on the shore of Lake Huron. How should I prepare my hydrangea for winter? There seems to be a lot of confusing info out there!
FROM: Jan Zorns jzornes@columbus.rr.com 09/25/05 5:57 PM Central
I live in zone 5 in Columbus, Ohio and I have a blue hydrangea. I planted it in early spring and it has done very well until now. It is starting to get brown spots on the leaves. Is this a virus and is there anything I can do about this. This is my first experience growing hydrangea so any help will be appreciated. It gets morning sun and is in well drained soil. However, our summer has been very dry so I have had to keep itnt size=-1 color=black> I live in zone 6a and would like to transplant a hygrangea plant that is six years old. I plan on keeping it in the same area, just a few feet away. This is the first year that there have been blossoms and they are just beautiful. I rearranged my garden which is the north-northeast section of the yard and added the new 'endless summer' hydrangea plants which are doing well. I want to move my existing plant in the same area of the garden. My question is when is it a good time to transplant this plant. There are some new blossoms that are still in the green/white stage. I am more concerened how the plant will react to the change versuses keeping the blooms on the plant today.
FROM: Charlotte fourre@ywave.com 09/07/05 5:12 PM Central
I live in Washington State. When is it ok to prune?
FROM: Joanne Wilbur jewwilbur@hotmail.com 09/06/05 6:53 PM Central
Yes I have Nikko blue.. for at least 12 years.. it was doing fine.... now it has stopped flowering . slowing down for the passed two years..last year one flower. this year just green and fat plant but no flowers . i finally tried to take off the dead brown steims this spring because it really was not attractive with large sticks out of the beautiful green .. again this year no flowers. .. i am stumped.... the first three years it was great... can i split it off and make two plants? it gets parcial shade it is about 3 feet tall and about 3 feet across. no problem with the leaves. gets lots of water from a down spout. i heard to cut back old steims.. what old steims they are all old.... and ugly sticks...sticking out of the green . help
FROM: Rheanell Farrill rheanell@farrill.lnet 09/06/05 6:15 PM Central
I LIVE ON THE WEST COAST, I HAVE A PINK HYDRANGEA PLANT GROWING IN THE SHADY AREA NEAR THE FRONT DOOR. WHEN DO YOU PRUNE THE PLANT AND HOW? MAY I CUT THE BLOOMS IS THERE A SPECIFIC TIME OF YEAR OR COLOR THE BLOOM MUST BE?
FROM: Jim, undergardener phylnjim@netzero.com 09/05/05 11:40 PM Central
Azelea in a large pot on the patio in Anaheim, CA (don't know zone) has many leaves which have turned deep red almost rust in color. When touched they crumble in hand. Have been feeding with Miracid. Can you tell me what this is, how to correct it and how to prevent it.
FROM: Alan racorr27@yahoo.com 09/05/05 10:18 PM Central
Hello, just discovered this site because I am wondering if there is special food or soil conditioner that i can give to my purple (blue?) hydgrangea in order to produce blooms. I am quite the novice gardner and have recently moved into my boyfriends home. There are three rather large plants clumped together growing beautifully with healthy large green leaves, but no flowers...execpt for one small deep deep.WHAT DO I DO??? NEXT YEAR I WOULD LOVE TO SEE MANY FLOWERS WHICH I WILL BE ABLE TO ENJOY. Another piece of info is that there are also three azealea bushes growing very near....i am replanting them in anothher spot.
FROM: Nazan nazankozan@yahoo.com 09/05/05 5:48 PM Central
My hydrengeas are not blooming anymore. I trimmed them every year. They used to bloom after that. But they stopped for the last two years. Any suggestions. Thanks.
FROM: Kathleen plgallois@aol.com 09/05/05 3:12 PM Central
What can I spray on dried hydrangeas to preserve them?
FROM: Kathy Choochabubba@charter.net 09/05/05 6:24 AM Central
I have a climbing hydrangea that hasn't bloomed since i planted it 2 1/2 years ago. It's beautiful, healthy - but no blooms - it's climbing up the side of my house and gets afternoon sun - morning shade. I love it, but want blooms! Can anyone help me?
FROM: Kathy Choochabubba@charter.net 09/05/05 6:12 AM Central
Sorry, I'm in the Northeast - just west of Boston....
FROM: Kathy Choochabubba@charter.net 09/05/05 6:09 AM Central
I have three hydrangea plants, none of which will bloom for me - I moved one of them a couple of years ago, thinking it needed more sun to give me flowers, but to no avail...what am I doing wrong - I don't cut back in the fall (woody sticks on two of them) - Can you help me?
FROM: malou emilou17@msn.com 09/05/05 4:11 AM Central
im from washington state. i heard that i can multiply my hydranea by cutting a stem and planting it. is this true? when will be the best time to do so? what is the right way to do it?
FROM: jim wright mossmt@ptd.net 09/04/05 10:29 PM Central
pruneing your blue hyd should be done aftet the first frost i live in the ne.pa.area you should cut your plants back to where the stem starts to get woody not to the ground you can cut off some of the old groth to shape your plant also the most imporaint thing with blue hyd.is to cover the roots for the winter about 8 ins. of hay will do the trick make sure the hay gets do arount the stems right down to the ground when we have a winter with verry little snow but it is cold the frost really goes way down in to the ground if the roots are protected by mulching you usally get flowers every year i take care of a cupple hundred blue hyd. plants within abo in fall, for next year and just prune a little bit, good luck
FROM: John jhorton@esl.org 11/08/05 8:04 AM Central
Last year was our first with a beautiful new hydrangea bush. I cut it back to ground level in the fall and although it grew back to nearly 3.5 feet tall, we had no blooms. What did I do wrong? We live in zone 6a (Rochester, NY) and we had an especially dry summer. It is planted on the East side of the house, so the structure blocks any harsh winds.
FROM: fabfoo should fertilize my hydrangeas.
FROM: Shamrock shamrock76@wanadoo.fr 11/23/05 8:35 AM Central
Yes the correct web address is "hortensias-hydrangea.com" Thanks
FROM: Ken Dickey ken1934@yahoo.com 11/22/05 9:14 PM Central

FROM: Ken Dickey ken1934@yahoo.com 11/22/05 9:13 PM Central
Do you cut back hydrangea in the FALL OR Spring
FROM: deb debgrossnickle@msn.com 11/22/05 1:06 PM Central
Liz...I never had any luck keeping hydrangeas alive through the winter indoors until I realized they really need to go dormant. Now I leave them outside until we've had a few frosts, and then I put them in our cool, dark basement and withhold water. I water them about once a month...just enough to keep them alive. Once buds start forming in the spring I begin watering a little more, and when they begin to grow I move them into an area that's still cool, but has more light and begin normal watering. I do try to get them outside as early as possible, but keep them close to the house so I can bring them in when frost is forecast. Good luck with it!
FROM: Drene Perreault rperreault@freeway.net 11/22/05 12:30 PM Central
To all those that I gave the website......hydrangeashydrangeas.com......I had misspelled hydrangeas. I hope you caught it....sorry about that.
FROM: Liz Eliz.mc3@comcast.net 11/22/05 11:25 AM Central
I have always loved Hydrangeas and this is my first time in home that I have a yard. This past Easter I bought a Hydrangea plant from the supermarket, when the spring came a transplanted into a larger pot outdoors. We were doing a lot of construction and I didn't want to plant it in the ground just yet. It was marvelous all summer and into the fall. I wasn't able to get the plant into the ground before the cold weather began. I recently brought the plant inside in hopes that I can care for it all winter long and plant it next year in the ground. I live in NJ in zone 6b I beleive. Any suggestions as to how to care for it. This is my very first attempt at caring for a plant.\ Liz
FROM: Veronica newmanvv@hotmail.com 11/22/05 11:10 AM Central
When to prune Hydrangea in Indianapolis, IN
FROM: Veronica newmanvv@hotmail.com 11/22/05 11:10 AM Central
When to prune Hydrangea in Indianapolis, IN
FROM: Veronica newmanvv@hotmail.com 11/22/05 11:09 AM Central
When to prune Hydrangea in Indianapolis, IN
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FROM: Kamen kamenthri@yahoo.com 11/21/05 12:48 PM Central
Just bought a house in Greensboro North Carolina, had some hydragea bushes on th e East side of the house, how do I keep them for the spring,how far do I cut them down.
FROM: Wib wib_kinneman@amtote.com 11/21/05 6:35 AM Central
I planted an "Endless Summer" hydrangia in August (I'm in Baltimore area). In the last several days frost/below freezing nightime temperatures have gotten to it. I am looking for help relative to pruning it. When and how much? I also have a lace hydrangia that I planted several years ago. It is outgrowing its space. When and how much should it be trimmed? Any help is greatly appreciated.
FROM: Pete Smith cpsmith@conweb.com 11/20/05 11:00 PM Central
R. Melnyk
Your plant will be fine next spring. Nice big green leaves on new growth green wood. Now you will have to wait another year to get blooms, although some may come in later in the season.
FROM: R. Melnyk mmelnyk@yahoo.com 11/20/05 9:53 PM Central
I live in Connecticut. Today (Nov 20th) while raking leaves around our blue-flowered Hydrangia I broke off the dead leaves and dormant stems. leaving about 1 inches of stubble .I thought that was a good thing to do. My wife is furious saying that I destroyed the plant. Is there anything I can do to save it? Or will it be a long cold winter or worse. So far she's not filing any papers. Pls help.
FROM: K 11/20/05 2:04 PM Central
When is the best time to transplant hydrangers?
FROM: 11/20/05 10:29 AM Central
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FROM: M. Teresa Dreager mamakin77@hotmail.com 11/20/05 10:15 AM Central
my neighbor asked me how he should winterize his hydrangea bushes for the winter. Cut back? Wrap? We live in Southern New Jersey. Thanks! Terry
FROM: don dvskaggs@ameritech.net 11/19/05 10:00 PM Central
We moved into a new house in central Ohio earlier this year and the builder planted endless summer hydrangea. They were beautiful this summer but now it's winter and we don't know whether we should prune them back or not. Any winterization suggestions?
FROM: Karin &#rs@aol.com 11/07/05 9:08 PM Central
I live in zone 9a. I received a small Hydrangea as a gift in a pot with peat moss, I don't know what variety. I have had it for 4 months and have kept it indoors next to a window that does not get direct sunlight. It does not look as good as it did when I got it. But now that I have more information thanks to your web-site I can take better care of it. If I plant in an area that only gets morning sun, can I plant it outside? Keep in mind that it gets up to 120 degrees or more outside in the summer. Or will this be strictly an indoor plant?
FROM: 11/07/05 8:58 PM Central
I live in Phoenix AZ. I received a small Hydrangea as a gift in a pot with peat moss, I don't know what variety. I have had it for 4 months and have kept it indoors next to a window that does not get direct sunlight. It does not look as good as it did when I got it. But now that I have more information thanks to your web-site I can take better care of it. If I plant in an area that only gets morning sun, can I plant it outside? Keep in mind that it gets up to 120 degrees or more outside in the summer. Or will this be strictly an indoor plant?
FROM: willow weirich209@aol.com 11/05/05 3:01 PM Central
We are moving back to our family homestead in Minnesota. The biggest towns I can think of are Virginia, Evelith, Hibbing.I see hydrangeas in the area, which would be my best bet?
FROM: sUZANNE l. RAFFERTY rsuzeq@aol.com 11/05/05 11:35 AM Central
I live in Rhode Island, and planted a snowball varity about10 years ago. Plants are about 5 ft. tall, get sun all day until 3 pm. My question is: does one deadhead in the fall?
FROM: LOUISE EYEMSAVED@SBCGLOBAL.NET 11/04/05 6:08 PM Central
LARGE HYDRANGEA (ABOUT 4-5' DIA.) WAS ESTABLISHED ON PROPERTY WHEN I PURCHASED THE HOUSE. NOW, I'M SELLING THE HOUSE AND WOULD LIKE TO TAKE THE PLANT WITH ME. I LIVE ABOUT 1 MILE FROM THE HOUSE - IN ZONE 6. HOW CAN I TRANSPLANT WITHOUT DAMAGE (OR WORSE) TO THE PLANT??
FROM: brian brian.quirke@ch.doe.gov 11/02/05 10:20 PM Central
I have just planted 3 everblooming hydrangeas--in zone 5. Other than wrapping them in burlap how should I winterize them. Pruning...good or bad... and if so how much
FROM: Shirley dawkinst@nctv.com 11/02/05 6:17 AM Central
I have run out of space to grow hydrangeas in the ground. I want to try macrophyllas and paniculatas in large pots this year. Does anyone know of any problem in doing this in Zone 7-B? Any winter problems?
FROM: Deb debgrossnickle@msn.com 11/01/05 10:38 PM Central
Drene...Variegated Hydrangeas are gorgeous, but they are only hardy to zone 6. You probably won't be able to get them to bloom in a zone 4 garden, since they bloom on old wood and they are probably freezing to the ground every winter. You can try wrapping them in burlap, and placing a wire cone around them, filled with leaves...that may be them thru the winter. Even if they don't bloom, though...they are beautiful! I've had some luck with growing them in pots, and wintering them over in a cool basement.
FROM: Mike O'Dwyer lazybear@homecall.co.uk 11/01/05 4:06 PM Central
Has anyone out there got the American-produced Hydrangea, 'Sweet Carol'? I have been trying to find it again since the one that I bought in California a few years ago died. If you have this plant I would love to either buy or swap cuttings. I will be happy to pay for shipping and any costs incurred. So come on now, someone out there in Hydrangea Heaven must have this one. Thank for reading this, Mike.
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FROM: Drene Perreault rperreault@freeway.net 11/01/05 11:58 AM Central
I have 3 lace hydrangeas with varigated leaves. They were planted 3 years ago & have never bloomed. They had beautiful flowers on when I bought & planted them. The first fall I cut them back to the ground....I later had a neighbor I shouldn't have done that, so the next fall I just mulched them with leaves & cut the dead wood out in the spring....no change. They grow into beautiful bushes about 3-4 ft. tall, but no flowers. They get early morning sun & shade the rest of the day. How should I fertilize it & when should I trim it ? I live in northern Mi. in zone 4. Thanks for any help you can give
FROM: barbara condon lizzie88@adelphia.net 10/31/05 3:19 PM Central
our plant grows high and bushy but no flowers - everyone is telling us to cut them back - we live in vt - and it very cold in the winter - the soil is passable - plant is 3 years old
FROM: shawn sdsnm1@gmail.com 10/30/05 8:46 PM Central
chad from northern georgia/tenn e-mail me a list please, i don't want anything that is patented, thank you in advance
FROM: shawn sdsnm1@gmail.com 10/30/05 8:39 PM Central
tricia, my rule of thumb is that anytime you have a spent bloom on a plant or ornimental tree it needs removed, it will possible premote disease, other people will have other opinions on this question.
FROM: Tricia daveboth@mtco.com 10/30/05 12:05 PM Central
I live in Illinois and recently planted a wonderful Hydrangea Tardiva tree. It has bloomed wonderfully and I was wondering if I should clip off the dead blooms or leave them. I see that this question is frequently asked, but the site offers no answer to it. I hope one gets emailed to me. Thanks so much!
cwhickman@skybest.com 11/19/05 5:03 PM Central
my hydrangias bloomed great the first year, but the last two years, not a single bloom. Why??
FROM: Renee praisehim2day2@aol.com 11/19/05 11:17 AM Central
I read on last years message board that the plant needs air in the winter to keep moisture from growing fungi on the plant. I wonder if I put too much hay around it? The hay is in about two squares all around the plant except on the side where it is by the porch steps? Also I planted a new bush this year and it didn't bloom at all. How long does it take them to bloom?
FROM: Renee praisehim2day2@aol.com 11/19/05 11:02 AM Central
AAHHHH! HELP! We had an unexpected freeze and the top leaves of my hydrangea plant is now black from freezing. Will this hurt it and what do I do, leave it alone and wait for spring or what? I had the bottom of it packed with hay and after the freeze (as I thought it would be okay yeah too little too late) I put squares of hay over the top of it and around it and put leaves over it as well. Any advice about what to do about the frozen leaves? Since the stalks are wood will it be okay? I live in zone 6b.
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FROM: James F. McComb jfm@mccombwaterworks.com 11/17/05 4:06 PM Central
I live in zone 6 on the south-eastern coast of Lake Michigan. This year a very long fall didn't produce a killing freeze until last night, 11/16. My Hydrangeas have been growing all Fall and now many branches reach over six feet and are still green. when should these be pruned back for best blossoming next summer and how much. There is not so much old wood as new growth. I'm a novice grower and haven't seen this happen till this year. My bushes are a mix of Nikko and Lace-caps. These are the ones which have shown the most late season growth. The Oak Leaves have not continued to grow post summer.
FROM: Sharon wbstanford@comcast.net 11/16/05 9:55 PM Central
Wondering how to prepare and store a 1yr old potted Hydrangea over winter in northern Illinois area. Thank you!
FROM: c castro redd6613@yahoo.com 11/16/05 4:25 AM Central

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FROM: c castro redd6613@yahoo.com 11/16/05 4:25 AM Central
Like I previosly asked and was not answered, what is the best way to prepare my hyds for winter?
FROM: carol castro redd6613@yahoo.com 11/15/05 8:54 PM Central
How do you prepare your hyds for the winter? I live in WI.Hurry its getting cold!!!!!!!!!
FROM: carol castro redd6613@yahoo.com 11/15/05 8:54 PM Central
How do you prepare your hyds for the winter? I live in WI.Hurry its getting cold!!!!!!!!!
FROM: jorge jdextrerevolo@yahoo.es 11/15/05 5:14 PM Central
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FROM: jorge jdextrerevolo@yahoo.es 11/14/05 6:32 PM Central
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FROM: Pete Smith cpsmith@conweb.com 11/14/05 9:07 AM Central
Sorry about the spamming folks. Sometimes even idiots get their 15 minutes.
While I'm at it, I hope everyone has a wonderful holiday season. And, watch out for those late winter freezes after the buds set. Remember, most H will take temps into the teens without a problem, AS LONG AS THE BUDS HAVE NOT SET!!! Once the buds begin to set in the late winter, early spring, almost any freezing temps can knock out your blooms for most of the season. You will get a nice green healthy plant with good color, wide leaves on the macrophylla (the most common H.), but few or no blooms. Multch will help to keep the heat and when you cover the plant, the rotting multch will emit a very small amount of heat but usually enough to get out the damaging temps. Obviously a 100 watt light bulb will do better.
You benevalent dictator.
Pete
FROM: Susan Perrone scp255@sbcglobal.net 11/12/05 5:10 PM Central
This message is for John. Please see my response to Karen. You pruned your hydrangea at the wrong time--that is why it did not bloom. Flower buds for next season's blooms begin to set in Sept./Oct. so if you prune your hydrangea in the fall you are cutting off all of next year's potential blooms. If you must prune for size do so after your hydrangea blooms when the blooms begin to fade. I live in Connecticut and to be safe I wouldn't prune my hydrangea any later than August. You may get blooms on your hydrangea next year if you leave it alone this fall but it may take even another year to recover from such a heavy pruning. Good luck.
FROM: Susan Perrone scp255@sbcglobal.net 11/12/05 6:34 AM Central
This message is for Karen. I am glad your hydrangea finally bloomed for you this year. You do not say what variety hydrangea you have but the two most common reasons why many mopheads fail to bloom is improper pruning and a late season, killing frost. Many hydrangeas bloom on old wood. This means stems that have been on the bush 9 months or longer. Also, flower buds for next year's blooms started fo color=blue> FROM: shawn sdsnm1@gmail.com 10/29/05 6:02 PM Central
hi my name is shawn and i'm looking to buy glowing ember hydrangeas(red regardless of ph in the soil)saw then in a catalog and fell in love with them> ( starting small nursery andd would like to propogate them ) rooted cuttings would be fine at the right price or larger plant also i live in the joliet, il area please e-mail me w/ any info thanks shawn m.
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FROM: Donna DM93065@charter.net 10/29/05 1:45 PM Central
I just moved from CA to NC. On my property is a very healthy looking hydrangea with lots of dead blossoms and dried, dead branches. Do I cut/remove all of the above to encourage new growth in the Spring?
FROM: Perry pcrucker@charter.net 10/28/05 8:22 AM Central
I have just been give 4 "Limelight: hydranges and need to know how best to place them. I live in southern Louisiana and when we say "full sun" it is exactly that. Any info on where I should plant them?
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FROM: JimMadory jmadory@yahoo.com 10/27/05 10:04 AM Central
If I cut back all my hydrangeas to twelve inch stems, will they flower next year? If not, how far back should I cut them. I have over 100 plants, some of which are six feet tall. My wife is on my case to cut them way back
FROM: JimMadory jmadory@yahoo.com 10/27/05 9:57 AM Central
IfIcut back all my hydrangeas to twelveinch stems, will they flower next year? If not, howfar back should I cut them. Ihaveover 100 plants, some of which are six feet tall.
FROM: Helen 10/27/05 7:33 AM Central
How do I prune my lace cap hydrangea that is 4 years old. I live in the North East US.
FROM: Chad 10/26/05 8:25 PM Central
For anyone in the North GA/Tennessee area(or any other area), I have a few different hydrangeas including Endless Summer, Lady in Red, All Summer Beauty, PeeGee, Oakleaf, Nikko Blue, and Tardiva. I root the ones which are not patented and I buy the patented varieties while they're small and pot them into a 3 gallon container. If anyone is interested in any post it and i'll get back to you.
FROM: 10/26/05 6:38 AM Central
I appreciate the replies I have received on rooting the paniculatas, but I would like to add a suggestion of mine for those of you trying to root also. A large size plastic drink bottle with the bottom inch cut off and the cap thrown away will do better than jars or plastic bags. If you leave the top on the bottle it may get warmer, but you run the chance of having a fungus problem. I have friends save these plastic drink bottles for me and use them for all my rooting.
FROM: Mike O'Dwyer 10/25/05 7:55 PM Central
Shirley, I too have had problems in trying to root H. paniculata. To date, I have only succeeded once, with H. pan. 'Unique'. I understand the best time to try rooting paniculata is around May, probably because there is optimal growth hormone produced at this time of year. Pot each cutting in a very tiny pot and cover individually with a tiny plastic bag to keep the shoot moist and turgid, and the slugs and insects out. Position in a location where it gets no direct sunlight for several weeks, in fact, for the first three or four weeks it is likely to root faster if you place the cutting in a dim lighting. Try it next year. Good luck. Mike.
FROM: Shirley dawkinst@nctv.com 10/25/05 3:57 PM Central
I have no problem rooting the mycrophylla hydrangea but have great difficulty with the paniculata. Does any one have any special instructions???
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FROM: Carol cstipancic@cogeco.ca 10/22/05 8:08 AM Central
I have a Hydranda standard (I believe it is a pee gee). How when do I prune it? The branches with flowers are long and arching (beautiful) but I want it to fill out more in the spring. I live in southern Ontario.
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FROM: sara noweretobefound@msn.com &#rming in late Sept./Oct. Therefore, DO NOT prune your hydrangea this fall or you will be cutting off all of next year's flowers. If you must prune it this should only be done after flowering when the blooms begin to fade. I live in Connecticut and to be safe I do not prune any later than late August. Also, keep your eye on the bush come spring. Once the bush begins to "leaf out" in the spring you must be careful of a late freeze. If a frost is predicted after the bush starts becoming green you must protect it or all the flower buds will be killed and the bush will not bloom in the summer. Also, for Ron you mentioned that your hydrangea used to bloom at your old house. Therefore, you must have transplanted it. When did you do this? The heaving pruning you did prior to the transplant could be why the bush did not bloom for you this year. For more information both of you can consult www.hydrangeashydrangeas.com for more information. Good luck.
FROM: Ron roncreighton@usa.com 11/11/05 10:25 PM Central
I don't understand why my hydrangea isn't blooming. At my old house, it had many blooms. I have two huge ones in the back that get a lot of shade, but the one in the front gets plenty of sun!
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FROM: Karen Prezioso kprezioso@lidirect.com 11/11/05 6:15 AM Central

FROM: Karen Prezioso kprezioso@lidirect.com 11/11/05 6:15 AM Central
I live in Long Beach, NY. I have a large healthy Hydrangea bush that has finally rewarded us with flowers. What do I do this fall to the plant to ensure flowering again next year. Thank you
FROM: shawn sdsnm1@gmail.com 11/09/05 11:10 PM Central
bgaines, its to late to prune, your nikko is setting new buds for next years blooms, if you must prune as little as possible,prune right after the bloom is dying (spent) use clean siscors or a pair of pruning shears(hand style)to help next years bloom bud survive i would build a box out of wood staked to the ground around the plant and staple cardboard to it fill it w/ leaves packed lightly then put a top on it for the winter in spring before it starts to get warm remove all card board, can leave the wood for a little while in case their is a chance of frost in the forcast, in this case cover w/ plastic/or a blanket then in the morning when the frost is gone and before it starts to get hot under the cover, you need to remove it, keep doing this only if frost is in the forcast once past all the wood can be removed. hope this helps and good luck shawn fron Nicholas Nursery
FROM: bgaines@comcast.net bgaines@comcast.net 11/09/05 10:33 PM Central
Hello from CT! When and how can I prune my Nikko Blue. Also how can I help them survive the coming winter? I probably repeat the questions asked by many but I couldn't find the answers to them.
FROM: shawn sdsnm1@gmail.com 11/09/05 1:33 PM Central
aileen, if its not big just water first and dig up leaving a root ball on it, if it's large you will need to cut roots w/ shovel to remove it from the ground w/ a larger root ball, remember in spring it might look dead for a while intill the leaves bud out, dont forget to keep in watered for a while, this is how i trans plant them in to 2 gallon containers i grow 400 per year, hope this helps shawn from Nicholas' Nursery
FROM: shawn sdsnm1@gmail.com 11/09/05 12:26 PM Central
aileen, if its not big just water first and dig up leaving a root ball on it, if it's large you will need to cut roots w/ shovel to remove it from the ground w/ a larger root ball, remember in spring it might look dead for a while intill the leaves bud out, dont forget to keep in watered for a while, this is how i trans plant them in to 2 gallon containers i grow 400 per year, hope this helps shawn from Nicholas' Nursery
FROM: Aileen Acker facker@ns.sympatico.ca 11/09/05 12:07 PM Central
Ineed to transplant my Rose of Sharon. I live in Nova Scotia-Zone 6.
FROM: curtis bryant lilcurt@bellsouth.net 11/09/05 9:04 AM Central

FROM: curtis bryant 11/09/05 9:04 AM Central
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FROM: Shirley dawkinst@nctv.com 11/08/05 11:59 AM Central
I am so pleased to see someone answering questions so that all can see the replies.
FROM: Joni Wedig micwedig@centurytel.net 11/08/05 9:43 AM Central
Are there any steps I should take to winterize my Anna Belle and Endless Summer Hydrangeas?
FROM: shawn sdsnm1@gmail.com 11/08/05 9:33 AM Central
john, if it is a nikko you shouldn't cut it back to the ground it blooms off of old wood not new growth, if you need to prune it do it right after it blooms because it sets new bloom buds in fall, for next year and just prune a little bit, good luck
FROM: John jhorton@esl.org 11/08/05 8:04 AM Central
Last year was our first with a beautiful new hydrangea bush. I cut it back to ground level in the fall and although it grew back to nearly 3.5 feet tall, we had no blooms. What did I do wrong? We live in zone 6a (Rochester, NY) and we had an especially dry summer. It is planted on the East side of the house, so the structure blocks any harsh winds.
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FROM: Cheryl Armstrong c.armstrong@sasktel.net 10/18/05 4:28 PM Central
I'm new to growing hydrangeas.I planted a white one and a blueone this fall. Both were recommended by the nursery as i live in southwest Sask.,Canada. Problem is my white one got touched by frost and now so did my blue one. What can I do to save them? I know they need a mulch bed, but should I cut them back? I really wnat to save them as they remind me of a very dearfriend I lost to cancer this year and she always had such lovely ones. I'd appreciate any and all help/advice. Thanxs, 'Cheryl from Eastend"
FROM: arya 10/18/05 11:17 AM Central
live and let live
FROM: Dinah Henderson dddinah@accesstoledo.com 10/17/05 9:30 AM Central
http://www.hydrangeashydrangeas.com/index.html to B. Pavier--the above is a great site to look at to try to help identify your hyrangeas. It is broken out into different types and has photos of what they look like as well as being able to look up other care issues.
FROM: gail gcarsten@cvtel.net 10/17/05 8:48 AM Central
How do I winterize my hydrangea plant in Minnesota?
FROM: Charlotte Zueck AZUECK@AOL.COM 10/16/05 12:01 PM Central
I live in Houston Tx. I have 2 maacrophylla hydrangea that are about 7 yrs.old. In the last 2 yrs. I've noticed the branches getting weaker and the blooms smaller, but still a lot of blooms. Have had trouble getting the blue color. I understand what I applied aluminum sulfate 1 time this past spring with no results. I feed the hydrangeas the same as I do my azaleas located in the same raised bed. They receive filtered sun. They get droopy in our summer PM heat, but bounce back in the evening. I have been pruning off the dead blooms in September and pruning back branches about 1/3 in March. They are mulched each spring with pine bark mulch. I've cut out a few olders branches that seem dead in the spring. What can I do to get the branches stronger and the blooms larger? I feel like they are slowly trying to die. Could it be the soil?
FROM: Jane Parkinson Stjoanofarc1949@aol.com 10/16/05 9:52 AM Central
I have just moved into a bungalow with a large rhodedondron bush, can anyone let me know how to prune correctly as I dont want to loose it.
FROM: Betty B 10/16/05 9:50 AM Central
I had wonderful foliage but no blooms this year. What can I do to encourage blooming.
FROM: 10/16/05 2:19 AM Central
Hi,I have mature hyndrageas and they blossom very little mostly they are producing large leaves.What shall I do to encourage blossom?I reside in Johannesburg,South Africa and now the spring end,beginning of summer...Thanks for your help,best regards,Arie Tal
FROM: maria lennonmaria@hotmail.com 10/14/05 7:42 PM Central
hydrangeas as well as magnolias, orchids, gardenias, dogwoods are acid-loving plants. you need to fertilize them to get flowers and depending on the amount of fertilization the colors of the flowers change between purplish-blueish and pink. i use Schultz Expert Gardener 33-11-11 schultz company, p.o. box 4406, bridgeton, mo 63044-0406 www.schultz.com. depending in what zone you live and what type of hydrangea you have you may have to cover them. i live in ohio. some people here do not cover them. i cover mine. i wrap them in burlap and fill the wrap up with leaves. you can close the burlap wrap any way you want. with nails, by sewing or anything else that will keep the burlap together.
FROM: Marcia maholland@springgrove.coop 10/14/05 4:22 PM Central
I have four varieties of hy drangeas, and would like to know wha to do in the fall. DoI cut them back, cover or leave them alone?
FROM: Brian Pavier pavier@icon.co.za 10/13/05 10:40 PM Central
I would appreciate advice (online) on the identification of the various types of Hydrangeas in our garden. Best wishes.
FROM: sharon 10/13/05 8:13 PM Central
It's fall. Hydrangeas are decidious - they drop their leaves and are bare sticks in the winter.
FROM: Wayne Beal whbeal@aol.com 10/13/05 3:08 PM Central
I live in California. Planted a Hydranger from a pot last year, grew beautifully until now with many lush looking leaves. This week they all turned brown and dry looking. What did we do. Thank you so much
FROM: Dee loberg1@aol.com 10/12/05 7:27 AM Central
Is it possible to split Hydrangeas?? I have some that are very large and would lke to start a new area with new plants. I know that Hostas can be split and do just fine can this same process work with Hydrangeas? I am in the Philly area, FYI my plants have multi colored blooms ( some blue some pink some mixed) I know this is caused by soil conditions but I was wondering if it is common?
FROM: Ellen elroberts@adelphia.net 10/11/05 3:10 PM Central
The home and property I just bought has a hydrangea planted but it did not bloom this past season. We moved in last winter (2004) and the wood stalks were there, new green growth came this past spring but no blooms. It's now mid October and I wante to know what I can do to have it bloom next season. I believe it in a blue hydrangea by the look of the leaves. Thanks in advance.
FROM: &#rs@aol.com 11/07/05 9:08 PM Central
I live in zone 9a. I received a small Hydrangea as a gift in a pot with peat moss, I don't know what variety. I have had it for 4 months and have kept it indoors next to a window that does not get direct sunlight. It does not look as good as it did when I got it. But now that I have more information thanks to your web-site I can take better care of it. If I plant in an area that only gets morning sun, can I plant it outside? Keep in mind that it gets up to 120 degrees or more outside in the summer. Or will this be strictly an indoor plant?
FROM: 11/07/05 8:58 PM Central
I live in Phoenix AZ. I received a small Hydrangea as a gift in a pot with peat moss, I don't know what variety. I have had it for 4 months and have kept it indoors next to a window that does not get direct sunlight. It does not look as good as it did when I got it. But now that I have more information thanks to your web-site I can take better care of it. If I plant in an area that only gets morning sun, can I plant it outside? Keep in mind that it gets up to 120 degrees or more outside in the summer. Or will this be strictly an indoor plant?
FROM: willow weirich209@aol.com 11/05/05 3:01 PM Central
We are moving back to our family homestead in Minnesota. The biggest towns I can think of are Virginia, Evelith, Hibbing.I see hydrangeas in the area, which would be my best bet?
FROM: sUZANNE l. RAFFERTY rsuzeq@aol.com 11/05/05 11:35 AM Central
I live in Rhode Island, and planted a snowball varity about10 years ago. Plants are about 5 ft. tall, get sun all day until 3 pm. My question is: does one deadhead in the fall?
FROM: LOUISE EYEMSAVED@SBCGLOBAL.NET 11/04/05 6:08 PM Central
LARGE HYDRANGEA (ABOUT 4-5' DIA.) WAS ESTABLISHED ON PROPERTY WHEN I PURCHASED THE HOUSE. NOW, I'M SELLING THE HOUSE AND WOULD LIKE TO TAKE THE PLANT WITH ME. I LIVE ABOUT 1 MILE FROM THE HOUSE - IN ZONE 6. HOW CAN I TRANSPLANT WITHOUT DAMAGE (OR WORSE) TO THE PLANT??
FROM: brian brian.quirke@ch.doe.gov 11/02/05 10:20 PM Central
I have just planted 3 everblooming hydrangeas--in zone 5. Other than wrapping them in burlap how should I winterize them. Pruning...good or bad... and if so how much
FROM: Shirley dawkinst@nctv.com 11/02/05 6:17 AM Central
I have run out of space to grow hydrangeas in the ground. I want to try macrophyllas and paniculatas in large pots this year. Does anyone know of any problem in doing this in Zone 7-B? Any winter problems?
FROM: Deb debgrossnickle@msn.com 11/01/05 10:38 PM Central
Drene...Variegated Hydrangeas are gorgeous, but they are only hardy to zone 6. You probably won't be able to get them to bloom in a zone 4 garden, since they bloom on old wood and they are probably freezing to the ground every winter. You can try wrapping them in burlap, and placing a wire cone around them, filled with leaves...that may be them thru the winter. Even if they don't bloom, though...they are beautiful! I've had some luck with growing them in pots, and wintering them over in a cool basement.
FROM: Mike O'Dwyer lazybear@homecall.co.uk 11/01/05 4:06 PM Central
Has anyone out there got the American-produced Hydrangea, 'Sweet Carol'? I have been trying to find it again since the one that I bought in California a few years ago died. If you have this plant I would love to either buy or swap cuttings. I will be happy to pay for shipping and any costs incurred. So come on now, someone out there in Hydrangea Heaven must have this one. Thank for reading this, Mike.
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FROM: Drene Perreault rperreault@freeway.net 11/01/05 11:58 AM Central
I have 3 lace hydrangeas with varigated leaves. They were planted 3 years ago & have never bloomed. They had beautiful flowers on when I bought & planted them. The first fall I cut them back to the ground....I later had a neighbor I shouldn't have done that, so the next fall I just mulched them with leaves & cut the dead wood out in the spring....no change. They grow into beautiful bushes about 3-4 ft. tall, but no flowers. They get early morning sun & shade the rest of the day. How should I fertilize it & when should I trim it ? I live in northern Mi. in zone 4. Thanks for any help you can give
FROM: barbara condon lizzie88@adelphia.net 10/31/05 3:19 PM Central
our plant grows high and bushy but no flowers - everyone is telling us to cut them back - we live in vt - and it very cold in the winter - the soil is passable - plant is 3 years old
FROM: shawn sdsnm1@gmail.com 10/30/05 8:46 PM Central
chad from northern georgia/tenn e-mail me a list please, i don't want anything that is patented, thank you in advance
FROM: shawn sdsnm1@gmail.com 10/30/05 8:39 PM Central
tricia, my rule of thumb is that anytime you have a spent bloom on a plant or ornimental tree it needs removed, it will possible premote disease, other people will have other opinions on this question.
FROM: Tricia daveboth@mtco.com 10/30/05 12:05 PM Central
I live in Illinois and recently planted a wonderful Hydrangea Tardiva tree. It has bloomed wonderfully and I was wondering if I should clip off the dead blooms or leave them. I see that this question is frequently asked, but the site offers no answer to it. I hope one gets emailed to me. Thanks so much!
chwch1@aol.com 10/11/05 11:32 AM Central
can I cut the blooms off my hydrangea plant in the fall I live in zone 5
FROM: Dinah dddinah@accesstoledo.com 10/11/05 8:21 AM Central
For Faith--the directions with my hibiscus state that no protection is necessary over the winter. I'm zone 5 in northern Ohio. It further states to prune in early spring and to remove up to 1/3 of the dead wood to shape and encourage large flowers.
FROM: A.RIDDOCH aroo1j0056@blueyonder.co.uk 10/11/05 8:16 AM Central
I HAVE A HYDRANGER THAT PRODUCED 3 VERY SAD BLOOMS THIS YEAR.WHAT CAN I DO ABOUT THIS IT IS A VERY LARGE BUSH.
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FROM: Faith watkins2k9@tvn.net 10/10/05 8:03 PM Central
I have two Hibiscus Plants and I live in North West GA. How do I keep them alive through the winter? If anyone knows please tell me.
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FROM: Anne Schnedl aschnedl@earthlink.net 10/10/05 11:51 AM Central
Hi - I planted two mop-heads in June (I live in the Atlanta, GA area - zone 7a-7b); They've developed brown spots throughout many of the leaves ... I've pruned, and there is definately new growth, that for a period of time seems healthy, and then the same thing happens. A friend who is a master gardner spectulated that this may be from overwatering (we had one of the wettest summers on record until Aug 31 - then virtually no rain for 3weeks) - I do get puddles forming in my yard when we have a good soaking. It didn't make sense to me that you can overwater a hydrangea, since I thought they are water hogs. I stopped any supplemental watering, even on really hot days, and have not watered them unless they were visibly droopy. This doesn't seem to have made a difference. I have pictures I can email to anyone who's willing to receive them if this may help you diagnose/prescribe treatment. They do get a lot of morning sun ... one of them gets sun all day. Soil was prepped before they were planted. I'd really appreciate any help - I'd hate to lose these plants - they were gifts. One had a flower on it when they were planted. No flowers since - I wasn't really expecting any this year ... but I'm hoping for next year. Thanks.
FROM: Douglas, Vancouver B.C. dougfir@shaw.ca 10/10/05 10:59 AM Central
I am curious to know if I have a double flowering Hydrangia quercifolia or not. I have not come across any pictures showing its facinating flowers that seem to never end.Other than Quercifolia does it have any other names? Thanks.
FROM: Douglas, Vancouver B.C. 10/10/05 10:57 AM Central
I am curious to know if I have a double flowering Hydrangia quercifolia or not. I have not come across any pictures showing its facinating flowers that seem to never end.Other than Quercifolia does it have any other names? Thanks.
FROM: Brenda Brendell1@msn.com 10/09/05 8:56 PM Central
My husband and moved into our house this past May. We have a PeeGee Hydrangea Tree. Flowered beautiful this year. But, I need to know how to prune it appropriately. If I need to trim the flowers off, where to I cut on the stem. The former owner said that she just cut the flowers when they died. But, she did not say where to cut them. I would appreciate some sound advice. thanks!
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FROM: sheena sheena@verizon.net 10/07/05 7:24 PM Central
I bought Hydrangea's today and there were cream dryed flowers on them, I did not notice that the tag said pind flowers. Does this mean that they will never turn blue?
FROM: sheena sheena@verizon.net 10/07/05 7:19 PM Central

FROM: Onye Oru Maga4hunt@gman.com 10/07/05 10:32 AM Central
cool site my people
FROM: Sue (Twiggs) twiggsxxx@ukonline.co.uk 10/07/05 6:03 AM Central
I love these plants, been taking photo's of them all summer, just a small bush in my garden, more at my parents and a few flower shows, I want to fill my garden with them next summer, all under the connifers, is there a good time to plant and what kind of soil do they like, thanks for reading, huggs Twiggs xxx
FROM: sheena sheena122@verivon.net 10/06/05 6:44 PM Central
Is the fall the correct time to plant hydrangea?
FROM: Shelley wekshe@yahoo.com 10/05/05 3:38 PM Central
Hi there, I have 3 potted hydrangea's on my deck that produced a huge display of flowers this year. When they were through, I cut the flowers off. Then the plants started growing more flowers but they have stayed green with just a few petals with color. Why didn't the second batch color?Should I cut the green flowers off now or in the spring, or will they turn into blue and pink next spring? Thanks for any advice, Shelley
FROM: Nora Banks sandbanks@peoplepc.com 10/05/05 9:48 AM Central
I have Niki hydrangers a color=blue> FROM: shawn sdsnm1@gmail.com 10/29/05 6:02 PM Central
hi my name is shawn and i'm looking to buy glowing ember hydrangeas(red regardless of ph in the soil)saw then in a catalog and fell in love with them> ( starting small nursery andd would like to propogate them ) rooted cuttings would be fine at the right price or larger plant also i live in the joliet, il area please e-mail me w/ any info thanks shawn m.
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FROM: Donna DM93065@charter.net 10/29/05 1:45 PM Central
I just moved from CA to NC. On my property is a very healthy looking hydrangea with lots of dead blossoms and dried, dead branches. Do I cut/remove all of the above to encourage new growth in the Spring?
FROM: Perry pcrucker@charter.net 10/28/05 8:22 AM Central
I have just been give 4 "Limelight: hydranges and need to know how best to place them. I live in southern Louisiana and when we say "full sun" it is exactly that. Any info on where I should plant them?
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FROM: JimMadory jmadory@yahoo.com 10/27/05 10:04 AM Central
If I cut back all my hydrangeas to twelve inch stems, will they flower next year? If not, how far back should I cut them. I have over 100 plants, some of which are six feet tall. My wife is on my case to cut them way back
FROM: JimMadory jmadory@yahoo.com 10/27/05 9:57 AM Central
IfIcut back all my hydrangeas to twelveinch stems, will they flower next year? If not, howfar back should I cut them. Ihaveover 100 plants, some of which are six feet tall.
FROM: Helen 10/27/05 7:33 AM Central
How do I prune my lace cap hydrangea that is 4 years old. I live in the North East US.
FROM: Chad 10/26/05 8:25 PM Central
For anyone in the North GA/Tennessee area(or any other area), I have a few different hydrangeas including Endless Summer, Lady in Red, All Summer Beauty, PeeGee, Oakleaf, Nikko Blue, and Tardiva. I root the ones which are not patented and I buy the patented varieties while they're small and pot them into a 3 gallon container. If anyone is interested in any post it and i'll get back to you.
FROM: 10/26/05 6:38 AM Central
I appreciate the replies I have received on rooting the paniculatas, but I would like to add a suggestion of mine for those of you trying to root also. A large size plastic drink bottle with the bottom inch cut off and the cap thrown away will do better than jars or plastic bags. If you leave the top on the bottle it may get warmer, but you run the chance of having a fungus problem. I have friends save these plastic drink bottles for me and use them for all my rooting.
FROM: Mike O'Dwyer 10/25/05 7:55 PM Central
Shirley, I too have had problems in trying to root H. paniculata. To date, I have only succeeded once, with H. pan. 'Unique'. I understand the best time to try rooting paniculata is around May, probably because there is optimal growth hormone produced at this time of year. Pot each cutting in a very tiny pot and cover individually with a tiny plastic bag to keep the shoot moist and turgid, and the slugs and insects out. Position in a location where it gets no direct sunlight for several weeks, in fact, for the first three or four weeks it is likely to root faster if you place the cutting in a dim lighting. Try it next year. Good luck. Mike.
FROM: Shirley dawkinst@nctv.com 10/25/05 3:57 PM Central
I have no problem rooting the mycrophylla hydrangea but have great difficulty with the paniculata. Does any one have any special instructions???
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FROM: Carol cstipancic@cogeco.ca 10/22/05 8:08 AM Central
I have a Hydranda standard (I believe it is a pee gee). How when do I prune it? The branches with flowers are long and arching (beautiful) but I want it to fill out more in the spring. I live in southern Ontario.
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FROM: Jahnia Dominguez yerevangold@yahoo.com 10/04/05 11:28 AM Central
I am totally Hydrangea insane!!!I live in Odessa, FL, just northwest of Tampa. I would certainly appreciate any info on where to buy these plants locally. My zone is somewhere between 9A and 9B. Thankyou!!
FROM: dawne wood dawnewood@hesc.com 10/04/05 10:34 AM Central
what food do I feed hydrangea plants
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FROM: missy aupetie87@yahoo.com 10/02/05 5:37 PM Central
I have a hydrangea that is right up to the house. It does not bloom properly. It has no sun light that really can get to it good. Do I need to move it away from the house and in to more sun?
FROM: Joan jmckinst@csc.com 10/02/05 12:48 PM Central

FROM: Joan jmckinst@csc.com 10/02/05 12:47 PM Central
I live in Zone 6 (I think, New Jersey). I have two hydrangea bushes that I planted last year (this is their second season). I planted them in the shade. They grow with beautiful drak green, healthy leaves, but NOT ONE flower. Why? Thanks, Joan
FROM: Uresh Patel uresh@msn.com 10/02/05 3:14 AM Central
I planted a grouping of climbing hydrangeas along a masonary garden wall. I have some rhododendrons in close proximity. Just noticed that both the rhodes and the climbing hydrangea have the edges of the their leaves chewed out in a rounded serrated fashion. Is this root weavil damage? Any recommendations on how to treat. Thanks very muchUresh
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FROM: Julie jray228@yahoo.com 10/01/05 8:41 PM Central
My next door neighbor told me my hydrangea had over 250 blooms; we moved into the house last fall....only a few blooms, this summer only 1 bloom? I'm not sure how to care for it, please advise.
FROM: Greg Conrad the_conrads@ns.sympatico.ca 10/01/05 1:36 PM Central
I live in Nova Scotia and would like to know what to do to help my Hydrange survive thje winter?
FROM: Bill Gamelli cphantom@verizon.net 10/01/05 9:24 AM Central
I planted a hydrangea bush in 2002, in 2003 it had ton's of beautiful large blue blossoms. Now in 04 and 05 nothing. The plant looks healthy with nice green leaves and grows good. I sprinkle a little Holly Tone around it in spring and fall.......miss the blossoms..........ohhhh forgot, had one big blossom last year......this year nothing
FROM: Deb debgrossnickle@msn.com 10/01/05 7:17 AM Central
Kim...Hydrangeas roots spread wide, rather than deep. Have your site prepared before digging up and transporting the new plants. Dig the plants out keeping the rootball intact as much as possible, place them in large pots or boxes, and try to get them in the ground as soon as you can. Make sure you water them in, and keep them well-watered to help prevent shock. Pete may have more (better) information on the board...be sure to take a look.
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FROM: Tonya Dorn dorntd@yahoo.com 09/30/05 5:35 PM Central
I have several hydrangeas that need to be moved to a different location in my yard, I live in Clarks Hill, SC, and I want to know what time of year I should do this?
FROM: jinx jinx777@execpc.com 09/30/05 5:06 PM Central
Oh Great. It's Sept 30 in Wisconsin and my hydrangeas that have had NO blossoms all summer have decided to grow and have teeny tiny blossoms starting. . only on a few. Now, do I prune THOSE branches? They certainly won't have time to bloom.
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FROM: Cheryl Armstrong c.armstrong@sasktel.net 10/18/05 4:28 PM Central
I'm new to growing hydrangeas.I planted a white one and a blueone this fall. Both were recommended by the nursery as i live in southwest Sask.,Canada. Problem is my white one got touched by frost and now so did my blue one. What can I do to save them? I know they need a mulch bed, but should I cut them back? I really wnat to save them as they remind me of a very dearfriend I lost to cancer this year and she always had such lovely ones. I'd appreciate any and all help/advice. Thanxs, 'Cheryl from Eastend"
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FROM: Dinah Henderson dddinah@accesstoledo.com 10/17/05 9:30 AM Central
http://www.hydrangeashydrangeas.com/index.html to B. Pavier--the above is a great site to look at to try to help identify your hyrangeas. It is broken out into different types and has photos of what they look like as well as being able to look up other care issues.
FROM: gail gcarsten@cvtel.net 10/17/05 8:48 AM Central
How do I winterize my hydrangea plant in Minnesota?
FROM: Charlotte Zueck AZUECK@AOL.COM 10/16/05 12:01 PM Central
I live in Houston Tx. I have 2 maacrophylla hydrangea that are about 7 yrs.old. In the last 2 yrs. I've noticed the branches getting weaker and the blooms smaller, but still a lot of blooms. Have had trouble getting the blue color. I understand what I applied aluminum sulfate 1 time this past spring with no results. I feed the hydrangeas the same as I do my azaleas located in the same raised bed. They receive filtered sun. They get droopy in our summer PM heat, but bounce back in the evening. I have been pruning off the dead blooms in September and pruning back branches about 1/3 in March. They are mulched each spring with pine bark mulch. I've cut out a few olders branches that seem dead in the spring. What can I do to get the branches stronger and the blooms larger? I feel like they are slowly trying to die. Could it be the soil?
FROM: Jane Parkinson Stjoanofarc1949@aol.com 10/16/05 9:52 AM Central
I have just moved into a bungalow with a large rhodedondron bush, can anyone let me know how to prune correctly as I dont want to loose it.
FROM: Betty B 10/16/05 9:50 AM Central
I had wonderful foliage but no blooms this year. What can I do to encourage blooming.
FROM: 10/16/05 2:19 AM Central
Hi,I have mature hyndrageas and they blossom very little mostly they are producing large leaves.What shall I do to encourage blossom?I reside in Johannesburg,South Africa and now the spring end,beginning of summer...Thanks for your help,best regards,Arie Tal
FROM: maria lennonmaria@hotmail.com 10/14/05 7:42 PM Central
hydrangeas as well as magnolias, orchids, gardenias, dogwoods are acid-loving plants. you need to fertilize them to get flowers and depending on the amount of fertilization the colors of the flowers change between purplish-blueish and pink. i use Schultz Expert Gardener 33-11-11 schultz company, p.o. box 4406, bridgeton, mo 63044-0406 www.schultz.com. depending in what zone you live and what type of hydrangea you have you may have to cover them. i live in ohio. some people here do not cover them. i cover mine. i wrap them in burlap and fill the wrap up with leaves. you can close the burlap wrap any way you want. with nails, by sewing or anything else that will keep the burlap together.
FROM: Marcia maholland@springgrove.coop 10/14/05 4:22 PM Central
I have four varieties of hy drangeas, and would like to know wha to do in the fall. DoI cut them back, cover or leave them alone?
FROM: Brian Pavier pavier@icon.co.za 10/13/05 10:40 PM Central
I would appreciate advice (online) on the identification of the various types of Hydrangeas in our garden. Best wishes.
FROM: sharon 10/13/05 8:13 PM Central
It's fall. Hydrangeas are decidious - they drop their leaves and are bare sticks in the winter.
FROM: Wayne Beal whbeal@aol.com 10/13/05 3:08 PM Central
I live in California. Planted a Hydranger from a pot last year, grew beautifully until now with many lush looking leaves. This week they all turned brown and dry looking. What did we do. Thank you so much
FROM: Dee loberg1@aol.com 10/12/05 7:27 AM Central
Is it possible to split Hydrangeas?? I have some that are very large and would lke to start a new area with new plants. I know that Hostas can be split and do just fine can this same process work with Hydrangeas? I am in the Philly area, FYI my plants have multi colored blooms ( some blue some pink some mixed) I know this is caused by soil conditions but I was wondering if it is common?
FROM: Ellen elroberts@adelphia.net 10/11/05 3:10 PM Central
The home and property I just bought has a hydrangea planted but it did not bloom this past season. We moved in last winter (2004) and the wood stalks were there, new green growth came this past spring but no blooms. It's now mid October and I wante to know what I can do to have it bloom next season. I believe it in a blue hydrangea by the look of the leaves. Thanks in advance.
FROM: FROM: Kim klaforge@taconic.net 09/30/05 4:38 PM Central
Hi I was just given 2 very large hydrangea bushes from a friend that is moving, the only thing is that I have to transplant them to my home. What is the best way to do this? I live in the Northeast (NY) midd hudson valley.
FROM: cristina cristina-prokop@hotmail.com 09/30/05 8:27 AM Central
i am new on the cape and want to plant hydrangeas but am concerned as to wether it is good or not to plant them now in the Fall. When is a good time to plant in Cape Cod, MA
FROM: connie farris cfarris37129@comcast.net 09/30/05 6:09 AM Central
I live in zone 6 Tennessee, I have one hydrangea I bought on clearance at Lowes for 2 dollars. The kids wondered why I even brought it home it looked so bad. I put it right it the ground,miracle grow and plenty of water and it did great. Now my question is, I bought another one just a few days ago that is small still in the pot. If I put it in the ground now will it have time to take root before we get a frost? It could be anytime now around here. can I keep it alive all winter if I bring it in the house? It is a good healthy plant. I would like for it to live! Please help!
FROM: Vanessa Eckman butterfly76@bellsouth.net 09/29/05 2:54 PM Central
I bought a Hydrangea a few months ago. We were thinking of moving shortly after I boughtit so I never ended up planting it in our old yard because I wanted to take it with us. I think I waited too long to plant it though. It's still a live with several leaves but not like when I first purchased it. The stems are all woody like and only a few of them are green. I've been watering it like mad and it's in partial shade. I planted it with nutrient enriched soil as well. It's been a couple months and it's still hanging in there, but I wanted to know if there was anything I could do to help it. I live in NE Florida where the winters are not as severe and we only get a few frosts. I believe it's zone 8B or 9A. Help!
FROM: barbara glm1957@aol.com 09/29/05 12:00 PM Central
I have several pink mophead hydrangea that we got from my husband's mother.They were about 2 years old when we got them we planted them in April 2005.They get morning sun and evening shade and we live in Georgia (zone 7b). When they bloomeed in May the flowers were beautiful but around June the flowers wilted away and the leaves turned brown and dried up. It is now almost October and the stems which once held those lovely blooms are dried and bear .Should I cut all of the stems off? How can you tell when they're dead? I should also mention that a few new stems have grown up from the ground and they have new leaves on them. Should these be cut back? Please Help!!!Do I need to protect these hydrangea from the winter weather?
FROM: Jenifer jmoorelennarhouston@hotmail.com 09/29/05 11:31 AM Central
My landscaper has planted what he calls a Hydrangea - I don't believe. It is about 2 feet high with multi stocks coming the ground, not on one main stem. It's leaves are single,and long (1 1/2'). They are are thin, kind of "unrolled" at the base getting 3-4 wide and ending in a point. These leaves have bright yellow streaks, shooting the whole length of the leaf which is about 1/2 dark green too.
FROM: Dorie in N. CA amusgarden@yahoo.com 09/28/05 11:53 AM Central
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FROM: Ed Plata ed.plata@sbcglobal.net 09/27/05 4:30 PM Central
I live in the central valley (Hot Summers) California. We love the dark blue w/ wine colored mop head hydrangeas. What is the name of this particular variety??? Please help!!!
FROM: rhonda bartley rhonda_bart_caleb@yahoo.com 09/27/05 1:12 PM Central
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FROM: barbara 09/27/05 12:48 PM Central
I have a climbing hydrangea growing up the side of my garage. It is doing beautifully but I am putting new siding and I have to take it off so the siding can go up. How can i prune it back or take it off without really damaging the plant. Thank You very much
FROM: Bev pbbugler@hurontel.on.ca 09/26/05 9:38 AM Central
How do I winter my hydrangeas in Goderich ,Ontario?
FROM: Bev pbbugler@hurontel.on.ca 09/26/05 9:37 AM Central
I live in Goderich, Ontario, on the shore of Lake Huron. How should I prepare my hydrangea for winter? There seems to be a lot of confusing info out there!
FROM: Bev 09/26/05 9:36 AM Central
I live in Goderich, Ontario, on the shore of Lake Huron. How should I prepare my hydrangea for winter? There seems to be a lot of confusing info out there!
FROM: Jan Zorns jzornes@columbus.rr.com 09/25/05 5:57 PM Central
I live in zone 5 in Columbus, Ohio and I have a blue hydrangea. I planted it in early spring and it has done very well until now. It is starting to get brown spots on the leaves. Is this a virus and is there anything I can do about this. This is my first experience growing hydrangea so any help will be appreciated. It gets morning sun and is in well drained soil. However, our summer has been very dry so I have had to keep it32; Chuck Church chwch1@aol.com 10/11/05 11:32 AM Central
can I cut the blooms off my hydrangea plant in the fall I live in zone 5
FROM: Dinah dddinah@accesstoledo.com 10/11/05 8:21 AM Central
For Faith--the directions with my hibiscus state that no protection is necessary over the winter. I'm zone 5 in northern Ohio. It further states to prune in early spring and to remove up to 1/3 of the dead wood to shape and encourage large flowers.
FROM: A.RIDDOCH aroo1j0056@blueyonder.co.uk 10/11/05 8:16 AM Central
I HAVE A HYDRANGER THAT PRODUCED 3 VERY SAD BLOOMS THIS YEAR.WHAT CAN I DO ABOUT THIS IT IS A VERY LARGE BUSH.
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FROM: Faith watkins2k9@tvn.net 10/10/05 8:03 PM Central
I have two Hibiscus Plants and I live in North West GA. How do I keep them alive through the winter? If anyone knows please tell me.
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FROM: Anne Schnedl aschnedl@earthlink.net 10/10/05 11:51 AM Central
Hi - I planted two mop-heads in June (I live in the Atlanta, GA area - zone 7a-7b); They've developed brown spots throughout many of the leaves ... I've pruned, and there is definately new growth, that for a period of time seems healthy, and then the same thing happens. A friend who is a master gardner spectulated that this may be from overwatering (we had one of the wettest summers on record until Aug 31 - then virtually no rain for 3weeks) - I do get puddles forming in my yard when we have a good soaking. It didn't make sense to me that you can overwater a hydrangea, since I thought they are water hogs. I stopped any supplemental watering, even on really hot days, and have not watered them unless they were visibly droopy. This doesn't seem to have made a difference. I have pictures I can email to anyone who's willing to receive them if this may help you diagnose/prescribe treatment. They do get a lot of morning sun ... one of them gets sun all day. Soil was prepped before they were planted. I'd really appreciate any help - I'd hate to lose these plants - they were gifts. One had a flower on it when they were planted. No flowers since - I wasn't really expecting any this year ... but I'm hoping for next year. Thanks.
FROM: Douglas, Vancouver B.C. dougfir@shaw.ca 10/10/05 10:59 AM Central
I am curious to know if I have a double flowering Hydrangia quercifolia or not. I have not come across any pictures showing its facinating flowers that seem to never end.Other than Quercifolia does it have any other names? Thanks.
FROM: Douglas, Vancouver B.C. 10/10/05 10:57 AM Central
I am curious to know if I have a double flowering Hydrangia quercifolia or not. I have not come across any pictures showing its facinating flowers that seem to never end.Other than Quercifolia does it have any other names? Thanks.
FROM: Brenda Brendell1@msn.com 10/09/05 8:56 PM Central
My husband and moved into our house this past May. We have a PeeGee Hydrangea Tree. Flowered beautiful this year. But, I need to know how to prune it appropriately. If I need to trim the flowers off, where to I cut on the stem. The former owner said that she just cut the flowers when they died. But, she did not say where to cut them. I would appreciate some sound advice. thanks!
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FROM: sheena sheena@verizon.net 10/07/05 7:24 PM Central
I bought Hydrangea's today and there were cream dryed flowers on them, I did not notice that the tag said pind flowers. Does this mean that they will never turn blue?
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FROM: Sue (Twiggs) twiggsxxx@ukonline.co.uk 10/07/05 6:03 AM Central
I love these plants, been taking photo's of them all summer, just a small bush in my garden, more at my parents and a few flower shows, I want to fill my garden with them next summer, all under the connifers, is there a good time to plant and what kind of soil do they like, thanks for reading, huggs Twiggs xxx
FROM: sheena sheena122@verivon.net 10/06/05 6:44 PM Central
Is the fall the correct time to plant hydrangea?
FROM: Shelley wekshe@yahoo.com 10/05/05 3:38 PM Central
Hi there, I have 3 potted hydrangea's on my deck that produced a huge display of flowers this year. When they were through, I cut the flowers off. Then the plants started growing more flowers but they have stayed green with just a few petals with color. Why didn't the second batch color?Should I cut the green flowers off now or in the spring, or will they turn into blue and pink next spring? Thanks for any advice, Shelley
FROM: Nora Banks sandbanks@peoplepc.com 10/05/05 9:48 AM Central
I have Niki hydrangers a watered. It is also very humid here. Please help.
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FROM: Cara lunazulaz@yahoo.com 09/24/05 2:43 PM Central
IMy varigated hydrangea has developed a bad case of rust. I live in zone 10, southeast Arizona. the plant is in a pot and pretty much full sun. It gets water in the pre-dawn hours and then again late in the afternoon after the sun goes down behind the mountains. It was doing great and blooming beautifully until after monsoon. I ignorantly deadheaded 2 blooms and new foliage began to grow. The rust has progressed and looks pretty bad. I have a number of bonsai and don't want to risk them, but don't want to just trash this little beauty except as a last resort.I would appreciate any help possible on this matter. Thanks.
FROM: 09/23/05 11:54 AM Central
i planted an endless summer this year, it is located on the south/west corner, was doing well, no blooms yet but these dark brownish/purple dots started appearing on the leaves, it is not drying up or anything and still leafing out. Can anyone help?
FROM: Colleen colleen.farrell@comcast.net 09/22/05 3:16 PM Central
Right off the bat, I know nothing about gardening of any sort, but I do know that I have a big beautiful blue hydrangea that looks just like the one featured on this site in my back yard and I'd like to move it to the front of my house. Sunlight is the same - pretty much constant. It has done very well in its location, but it has to be moved out since my yard is being dug up. I'd rather showcase it in front than lose it altogether. It was there when I moved in four years ago, so I don't know how old it is. I live in zone 6a I believe ( a south shore suburb of Boston, Mass.) with very acidic, dry soil. I hope this is even possible this time of year - it is about to go from 80 degrees out to about 65. How do I know how wide around to dig even?
FROM: Howell Heald hheald1549@yahoo.com 09/22/05 8:48 AM Central
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FROM: raymond Tessier RTessier@WCMH.org 09/21/05 10:02 AM Central
I'm wondering if I should cut back my hydrengeas. This is the first year I have them and I'v seen the,m grt really tall and mine are 18" high. Thanks
FROM: Fran Sancroft fsancroft@rogers.com 09/20/05 12:56 PM Central
I am new to Hydrangeas. I live in Pickering a suburb of Toronto, Canada. I think we are in Zone 4b or zone 5a(?). Anyway I picked up a hydrangea this spring, at a yard sale. I didn't have a clue that there were so many species! I planated it in my garden, lots of compost and good black earth. It is doing fine. But, I got one white flower head and a lot of green flowers which have ben out for a couple of months. What I can't seem to find out is why or what are these "flowers" telling me? Is this normal? I ahve tried to get this info elsewhere but no luck! Help!
FROM: Evonne granan08@yahoo.ca 09/20/05 10:05 AM Central
Hello , I started three clippings of a Hydrangea , lacecap , they are doing really well in a pot , what I would like to know is keeping them over the winter , I am in zone 5 , Nova Scotia , also how long before I put them in the ground , this is really the first good year for them , Thankyou
FROM: Courtney djcourt2@hotmail.com 09/20/05 9:31 AM Central
I have 2 hydrangers in my back yard. Not much light and sandy soil. They are huge. I moved into my home last spring and there have been no flowers on either plant. Any idea why, and do I need to prune them? Fertilize? If so how? Thanks a ton, Courtney
FROM: Joan Wamsley tailorjoan@nhvt.net 09/19/05 7:53 PM Central
HELP, I searched the messages and couldn't find specific answers to my problem. I bought a house with a hydrangea bush and have NO idea how to tend to it. It just keeps getting leggier each year, has no shape. The flowers are white at first then pinkish. I live in NH. Thanks, Joan
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FROM: Sandra Tudor STudor52@aol.com 09/19/05 9:39 AM Central
When is the best time to prune hydrangeas and how do I go about it.
FROM: Elsa Tod 09/18/05 10:54 AM Central
Hello,I live in Vancouver B.C. in zone 8b. I would like to transplant from my Mom's garden to mine a 2 foot H.She is selling her home and will be moving soon. Can I do that within the next month without killing the plant? Our weather is around 15-18 celsius now. Thank you
FROM: Jacqui ashewyn1@aol.com 09/17/05 9:19 PM Central
I am new at growing hydrageas but I love them, I got two as gifts, but he leaves are turning brown at the edges. How can I help it stop?
FROM: Andy Sariochek asario@comcast.net 09/17/05 3:18 PM Central
I have standard blue hydrangea. I made a mistake a cut the brown stalks the first year I planted my hyrangeand would like to prune them so they don't get too high but am unsure which branches should be cut and when. Can you help me on the care of these?
FROM: Jahnia Dominguez yerevangold@yahoo.com 10/04/05 11:28 AM Central
I am totally Hydrangea insane!!!I live in Odessa, FL, just northwest of Tampa. I would certainly appreciate any info on where to buy these plants locally. My zone is somewhere between 9A and 9B. Thankyou!!
FROM: dawne wood dawnewood@hesc.com 10/04/05 10:34 AM Central
what food do I feed hydrangea plants
FROM: dawne wood dawnewood@hesc.com 10/04/05 10:33 AM Central
what food should i feed new hydrangea plants
FROM: missy aupetie87@yahoo.com 10/02/05 5:37 PM Central
I have a hydrangea that is right up to the house. It does not bloom properly. It has no sun light that really can get to it good. Do I need to move it away from the house and in to more sun?
FROM: Joan jmckinst@csc.com 10/02/05 12:48 PM Central

FROM: Joan jmckinst@csc.com 10/02/05 12:47 PM Central
I live in Zone 6 (I think, New Jersey). I have two hydrangea bushes that I planted last year (this is their second season). I planted them in the shade. They grow with beautiful drak green, healthy leaves, but NOT ONE flower. Why? Thanks, Joan
FROM: Uresh Patel uresh@msn.com 10/02/05 3:14 AM Central
I planted a grouping of climbing hydrangeas along a masonary garden wall. I have some rhododendrons in close proximity. Just noticed that both the rhodes and the climbing hydrangea have the edges of the their leaves chewed out in a rounded serrated fashion. Is this root weavil damage? Any recommendations on how to treat. Thanks very muchUresh
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FROM: Julie jray228@yahoo.com 10/01/05 8:41 PM Central
My next door neighbor told me my hydrangea had over 250 blooms; we moved into the house last fall....only a few blooms, this summer only 1 bloom? I'm not sure how to care for it, please advise.
FROM: Greg Conrad the_conrads@ns.sympatico.ca 10/01/05 1:36 PM Central
I live in Nova Scotia and would like to know what to do to help my Hydrange survive thje winter?
FROM: Bill Gamelli cphantom@verizon.net 10/01/05 9:24 AM Central
I planted a hydrangea bush in 2002, in 2003 it had ton's of beautiful large blue blossoms. Now in 04 and 05 nothing. The plant looks healthy with nice green leaves and grows good. I sprinkle a little Holly Tone around it in spring and fall.......miss the blossoms..........ohhhh forgot, had one big blossom last year......this year nothing
FROM: Deb debgrossnickle@msn.com 10/01/05 7:17 AM Central
Kim...Hydrangeas roots spread wide, rather than deep. Have your site prepared before digging up and transporting the new plants. Dig the plants out keeping the rootball intact as much as possible, place them in large pots or boxes, and try to get them in the ground as soon as you can. Make sure you water them in, and keep them well-watered to help prevent shock. Pete may have more (better) information on the board...be sure to take a look.
FROM: Mary Ellen Gamache johngamache@sbcglobal.net 10/01/05 7:08 AM Central
Reply to Maria - I believe this works by only listing below the questions that are submitted. The responses are then sent individually to all email addresses that entered in the mailing list.
FROM: Maria Jemmlm36@comcast.net 09/30/05 10:46 PM Central
KarenI have been with this site for several months and still can't figure it out. Maria
FROM: Karen ksage4@cogeco.ca 09/30/05 8:50 PM Central
How can I read the responses to the questionson the message board?
FROM: cristina cristina-prokop@hotmail.com 09/30/05 6:16 PM Central
how can one learn the responses to these questions? I
FROM: Tonya Dorn dorntd@yahoo.com 09/30/05 5:35 PM Central
I have several hydrangeas that need to be moved to a different location in my yard, I live in Clarks Hill, SC, and I want to know what time of year I should do this?
FROM: jinx jinx777@execpc.com 09/30/05 5:06 PM Central
Oh Great. It's Sept 30 in Wisconsin and my hydrangeas that have had NO blossoms all summer have decided to grow and have teeny tiny blossoms starting. . only on a few. Now, do I prune THOSE branches? They certainly won't have time to bloom.
&#. They have never bloomed since. The grow very well and seem to be getting larger each year. But alas, no blooms. Is there anything I can do to remedy this situation? Thanks.
FROM: Mary Ellen Gamache johngamache@sbcglobal.net 09/15/05 5:27 AM Central

FROM: Mary Ellen Gamache johngamache@sbcglobal.net 09/15/05 5:26 AM Central

FROM: Mary Ellen Gamache johngamache@sbcglobal.net 09/15/05 5:26 AM Central
I am assuming if your email address is posted to the mail list then all responses will automatically be sent to your address? I guess there is not one area available to view responses to the corresponding questions.
FROM: Pam Wms dapacc@aol.com 09/14/05 4:45 PM Central
I am not necessarily an enthusiast but I do enjoy my one hydrangea plant. I live in NW Florida so it's still quite warm and my yard is watered every other day. I just noticed brown spots all over the leaves of my plant however. Any ideas where I can go to get some help diagnosing the problem
FROM: Bernett M. Waitt bernjane@sc.rr.com 09/14/05 1:33 PM Central
Is there any information on planting bare root hydrangaes available immediately if not sooner
FROM: Pete Smith cpsmith@conweb.com 09/14/05 12:31 PM Central
It seems a couple of times a year in the spring I need to post a message concening "answers" to questions that appear on this message board.
1. I am an amature who grows H. for fun in the Birmingham, Alabama area. I don't get paid for this, and there are very few ads/commercials.
2. I provide this web site and message board as a volunteer service.
3. I am hopeful that persons with answers or suggestions to help other people on this message board will volunteer their time and post a reply.
4. I answer some questions when I can and have the time.
5. I am not an expert in the varieties of H., the geographic nuances of different zones, or where to buy certain varieties.
6. I am not a person willing to repeat what has been already said on pages in this web site or asked and answered before on this message board. For example, how to prune? why no blooms? how to change colors? all answered elsewhere.
7. And I often and recently receive messages to my email address that are supposed to be posted here. If users would read one more line in messages they get they would know that hitting the reply button gets messages sent to me, not posted here.
All that said, I do hope this message board does provide a valuable service for most of you.
For those who would find this reply offensive, kindly ask your questions elsewhere.
Your benevolent dictator, web site host. Pete Smith
FROM: Mary Ellen Gamache johngamache@sbcglobal.net 09/14/05 11:15 AM Central
I have the same question that Kim presented "Where are the answers to these questions?" This is not a user-friendly process.
FROM: chuck WWW.BOWHUNTER26261@YAHOO.COM 09/14/05 9:41 AM Central
I would like to ask how to change the color of the hydrangea and how to make them bloom. I have one plant that has not bloomed in 2 years.
FROM: kim galioto jkgalioto@charter.net 09/14/05 8:18 AM Central
where are the ANSWERS listed for some really great questions????
FROM: Gayle Gillespie ggillesp653@cs.com 09/12/05 12:15 PM Central
I have been going through many of the links provided by google to find out what to feed them. Especially new ones going into the ground soon. NO LUCK! Drats! Can you help? I live on the Hood Canal in WA State and live in zone 8.Thanks and regards,Gayle
FROM: Ron Spence arspence@telus.net 09/11/05 10:53 PM Central
I have a mophead hydrangea like the one next to your message board. My two plants are getting to a point where they are becoming to large. Unfortunately they are planted beside the steps to our front door framing it quite nicely. The blossoms are a massize 10" to 12" in diameter. The plant itself is, Height-6ft., Diameter-61/2ft. My question to you is, "how do I get the plant back to a more reasonable size?"
FROM: MIKE DELMEDICO mdoc@earthlink.net 09/11/05 4:03 PM Central
I LIVE IN HUNTINGTON BEACH CA. I HAVE A LACE CAP HYDRANGEAIT IS ABOUT 30" IN DIAMETER.WHEN CAN I PRUNE IT? IT IS THRUBLOOMING AND FULL OF DEAD FLOWERS.HOW FAR BACK CAN I CUT IT? MIKE DELMEDICO
FROM: pearl ivorypearl@hotmail.com 09/09/05 3:04 PM Central
how would you prune a hydrangea plant to encourage more dense growth
FROM: Lois Bolyard mildred1971@comcast.net 09/08/05 1:25 PM Central
How do you transplant a part of a huge hydrangea? My mother usually cuts hers back in the fall and I'd like to take a portion of it to my home 4 hrs away and plant it in my yard. Is there anything special I must do to prepare it for transport?? Her blooms are also white and I'd like to know if I should do anything to my soil in the fall to change those to blue and pink. We both live in zone 6.
FROM: Susan Perrone scp255@sbcglobal.net 09/08/05 1:13 PM Central
Mary Ellen -- Transplant it in the fall.
FROM: Mary Ellen Gamache johngamache@sbcglobal.net 09/08/05 5:55 AM Central
klaforge@taconic.net 09/30/05 4:38 PM Central
Hi I was just given 2 very large hydrangea bushes from a friend that is moving, the only thing is that I have to transplant them to my home. What is the best way to do this? I live in the Northeast (NY) midd hudson valley.
FROM: cristina cristina-prokop@hotmail.com 09/30/05 8:27 AM Central
i am new on the cape and want to plant hydrangeas but am concerned as to wether it is good or not to plant them now in the Fall. When is a good time to plant in Cape Cod, MA
FROM: connie farris cfarris37129@comcast.net 09/30/05 6:09 AM Central
I live in zone 6 Tennessee, I have one hydrangea I bought on clearance at Lowes for 2 dollars. The kids wondered why I even brought it home it looked so bad. I put it right it the ground,miracle grow and plenty of water and it did great. Now my question is, I bought another one just a few days ago that is small still in the pot. If I put it in the ground now will it have time to take root before we get a frost? It could be anytime now around here. can I keep it alive all winter if I bring it in the house? It is a good healthy plant. I would like for it to live! Please help!
FROM: Vanessa Eckman butterfly76@bellsouth.net 09/29/05 2:54 PM Central
I bought a Hydrangea a few months ago. We were thinking of moving shortly after I boughtit so I never ended up planting it in our old yard because I wanted to take it with us. I think I waited too long to plant it though. It's still a live with several leaves but not like when I first purchased it. The stems are all woody like and only a few of them are green. I've been watering it like mad and it's in partial shade. I planted it with nutrient enriched soil as well. It's been a couple months and it's still hanging in there, but I wanted to know if there was anything I could do to help it. I live in NE Florida where the winters are not as severe and we only get a few frosts. I believe it's zone 8B or 9A. Help!
FROM: barbara glm1957@aol.com 09/29/05 12:00 PM Central
I have several pink mophead hydrangea that we got from my husband's mother.They were about 2 years old when we got them we planted them in April 2005.They get morning sun and evening shade and we live in Georgia (zone 7b). When they bloomeed in May the flowers were beautiful but around June the flowers wilted away and the leaves turned brown and dried up. It is now almost October and the stems which once held those lovely blooms are dried and bear .Should I cut all of the stems off? How can you tell when they're dead? I should also mention that a few new stems have grown up from the ground and they have new leaves on them. Should these be cut back? Please Help!!!Do I need to protect these hydrangea from the winter weather?
FROM: Jenifer jmoorelennarhouston@hotmail.com 09/29/05 11:31 AM Central
My landscaper has planted what he calls a Hydrangea - I don't believe. It is about 2 feet high with multi stocks coming the ground, not on one main stem. It's leaves are single,and long (1 1/2'). They are are thin, kind of "unrolled" at the base getting 3-4 wide and ending in a point. These leaves have bright yellow streaks, shooting the whole length of the leaf which is about 1/2 dark green too.
FROM: Dorie in N. CA amusgarden@yahoo.com 09/28/05 11:53 AM Central
Hello...is this message board still active? How does one sign up for the cuttings swap? Thank you
FROM: Ed Plata ed.plata@sbcglobal.net 09/27/05 4:30 PM Central
I live in the central valley (Hot Summers) California. We love the dark blue w/ wine colored mop head hydrangeas. What is the name of this particular variety??? Please help!!!
FROM: rhonda bartley rhonda_bart_caleb@yahoo.com 09/27/05 1:12 PM Central
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FROM: barbara 09/27/05 12:48 PM Central
I have a climbing hydrangea growing up the side of my garage. It is doing beautifully but I am putting new siding and I have to take it off so the siding can go up. How can i prune it back or take it off without really damaging the plant. Thank You very much
FROM: Bev pbbugler@hurontel.on.ca 09/26/05 9:38 AM Central
How do I winter my hydrangeas in Goderich ,Ontario?
FROM: Bev pbbugler@hurontel.on.ca 09/26/05 9:37 AM Central
I live in Goderich, Ontario, on the shore of Lake Huron. How should I prepare my hydrangea for winter? There seems to be a lot of confusing info out there!
FROM: Bev 09/26/05 9:36 AM Central
I live in Goderich, Ontario, on the shore of Lake Huron. How should I prepare my hydrangea for winter? There seems to be a lot of confusing info out there!
FROM: Jan Zorns jzornes@columbus.rr.com 09/25/05 5:57 PM Central
I live in zone 5 in Columbus, Ohio and I have a blue hydrangea. I planted it in early spring and it has done very well until now. It is starting to get brown spots on the leaves. Is this a virus and is there anything I can do about this. This is my first experience growing hydrangea so any help will be appreciated. It gets morning sun and is in well drained soil. However, our summer has been very dry so I have had to keep itnt size=-1 color=black> I live in zone 6a and would like to transplant a hygrangea plant that is six years old. I plan on keeping it in the same area, just a few feet away. This is the first year that there have been blossoms and they are just beautiful. I rearranged my garden which is the north-northeast section of the yard and added the new 'endless summer' hydrangea plants which are doing well. I want to move my existing plant in the same area of the garden. My question is when is it a good time to transplant this plant. There are some new blossoms that are still in the green/white stage. I am more concerened how the plant will react to the change versuses keeping the blooms on the plant today.
FROM: Charlotte fourre@ywave.com 09/07/05 5:12 PM Central
I live in Washington State. When is it ok to prune?
FROM: Joanne Wilbur jewwilbur@hotmail.com 09/06/05 6:53 PM Central
Yes I have Nikko blue.. for at least 12 years.. it was doing fine.... now it has stopped flowering . slowing down for the passed two years..last year one flower. this year just green and fat plant but no flowers . i finally tried to take off the dead brown steims this spring because it really was not attractive with large sticks out of the beautiful green .. again this year no flowers. .. i am stumped.... the first three years it was great... can i split it off and make two plants? it gets parcial shade it is about 3 feet tall and about 3 feet across. no problem with the leaves. gets lots of water from a down spout. i heard to cut back old steims.. what old steims they are all old.... and ugly sticks...sticking out of the green . help
FROM: Rheanell Farrill rheanell@farrill.lnet 09/06/05 6:15 PM Central
I LIVE ON THE WEST COAST, I HAVE A PINK HYDRANGEA PLANT GROWING IN THE SHADY AREA NEAR THE FRONT DOOR. WHEN DO YOU PRUNE THE PLANT AND HOW? MAY I CUT THE BLOOMS IS THERE A SPECIFIC TIME OF YEAR OR COLOR THE BLOOM MUST BE?
FROM: Jim, undergardener phylnjim@netzero.com 09/05/05 11:40 PM Central
Azelea in a large pot on the patio in Anaheim, CA (don't know zone) has many leaves which have turned deep red almost rust in color. When touched they crumble in hand. Have been feeding with Miracid. Can you tell me what this is, how to correct it and how to prevent it.
FROM: Alan racorr27@yahoo.com 09/05/05 10:18 PM Central
Hello, just discovered this site because I am wondering if there is special food or soil conditioner that i can give to my purple (blue?) hydgrangea in order to produce blooms. I am quite the novice gardner and have recently moved into my boyfriends home. There are three rather large plants clumped together growing beautifully with healthy large green leaves, but no flowers...execpt for one small deep deep.WHAT DO I DO??? NEXT YEAR I WOULD LOVE TO SEE MANY FLOWERS WHICH I WILL BE ABLE TO ENJOY. Another piece of info is that there are also three azealea bushes growing very near....i am replanting them in anothher spot.
FROM: Nazan nazankozan@yahoo.com 09/05/05 5:48 PM Central
My hydrengeas are not blooming anymore. I trimmed them every year. They used to bloom after that. But they stopped for the last two years. Any suggestions. Thanks.
FROM: Kathleen plgallois@aol.com 09/05/05 3:12 PM Central
What can I spray on dried hydrangeas to preserve them?
FROM: Kathy Choochabubba@charter.net 09/05/05 6:24 AM Central
I have a climbing hydrangea that hasn't bloomed since i planted it 2 1/2 years ago. It's beautiful, healthy - but no blooms - it's climbing up the side of my house and gets afternoon sun - morning shade. I love it, but want blooms! Can anyone help me?
FROM: Kathy Choochabubba@charter.net 09/05/05 6:12 AM Central
Sorry, I'm in the Northeast - just west of Boston....
FROM: Kathy Choochabubba@charter.net 09/05/05 6:09 AM Central
I have three hydrangea plants, none of which will bloom for me - I moved one of them a couple of years ago, thinking it needed more sun to give me flowers, but to no avail...what am I doing wrong - I don't cut back in the fall (woody sticks on two of them) - Can you help me?
FROM: malou emilou17@msn.com 09/05/05 4:11 AM Central
im from washington state. i heard that i can multiply my hydranea by cutting a stem and planting it. is this true? when will be the best time to do so? what is the right way to do it?
FROM: jim wright mossmt@ptd.net 09/04/05 10:29 PM Central
pruneing your blue hyd should be done aftet the first frost i live in the ne.pa.area you should cut your plants back to where the stem starts to get woody not to the ground you can cut off some of the old groth to shape your plant also the most imporaint thing with blue hyd.is to cover the roots for the winter about 8 ins. of hay will do the trick make sure the hay gets do arount the stems right down to the ground when we have a winter with verry little snow but it is cold the frost really goes way down in to the ground if the roots are protected by mulching you usally get flowers every year i take care of a cupple hundred blue hyd. plants within about 150 miles from home scranton pa. area and 90 percent of my plants have blooms every year if people within this area need help with thier blue hyd. i am just starting to cut all i ask is that you share your blooms with me i use them for drying have been doing it for 12 years i also take care of pgs i am going to try to post pitchers of some of my work tuesday my pgs are beautiful this year also i will tell you how to trim your pgs jim/mossmt @ptd.net
FROM: pete panto@mindspring.com 09/04/05 7:24 PM Central
my hyd watered. It is also very humid here. Please help.
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FROM: Cara lunazulaz@yahoo.com 09/24/05 2:43 PM Central
IMy varigated hydrangea has developed a bad case of rust. I live in zone 10, southeast Arizona. the plant is in a pot and pretty much full sun. It gets water in the pre-dawn hours and then again late in the afternoon after the sun goes down behind the mountains. It was doing great and blooming beautifully until after monsoon. I ignorantly deadheaded 2 blooms and new foliage began to grow. The rust has progressed and looks pretty bad. I have a number of bonsai and don't want to risk them, but don't want to just trash this little beauty except as a last resort.I would appreciate any help possible on this matter. Thanks.
FROM: 09/23/05 11:54 AM Central
i planted an endless summer this year, it is located on the south/west corner, was doing well, no blooms yet but these dark brownish/purple dots started appearing on the leaves, it is not drying up or anything and still leafing out. Can anyone help?
FROM: Colleen colleen.farrell@comcast.net 09/22/05 3:16 PM Central
Right off the bat, I know nothing about gardening of any sort, but I do know that I have a big beautiful blue hydrangea that looks just like the one featured on this site in my back yard and I'd like to move it to the front of my house. Sunlight is the same - pretty much constant. It has done very well in its location, but it has to be moved out since my yard is being dug up. I'd rather showcase it in front than lose it altogether. It was there when I moved in four years ago, so I don't know how old it is. I live in zone 6a I believe ( a south shore suburb of Boston, Mass.) with very acidic, dry soil. I hope this is even possible this time of year - it is about to go from 80 degrees out to about 65. How do I know how wide around to dig even?
FROM: Howell Heald hheald1549@yahoo.com 09/22/05 8:48 AM Central
When do I prune my Snowball hydrangea?
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FROM: raymond Tessier RTessier@WCMH.org 09/21/05 10:02 AM Central
I'm wondering if I should cut back my hydrengeas. This is the first year I have them and I'v seen the,m grt really tall and mine are 18" high. Thanks
FROM: Fran Sancroft fsancroft@rogers.com 09/20/05 12:56 PM Central
I am new to Hydrangeas. I live in Pickering a suburb of Toronto, Canada. I think we are in Zone 4b or zone 5a(?). Anyway I picked up a hydrangea this spring, at a yard sale. I didn't have a clue that there were so many species! I planated it in my garden, lots of compost and good black earth. It is doing fine. But, I got one white flower head and a lot of green flowers which have ben out for a couple of months. What I can't seem to find out is why or what are these "flowers" telling me? Is this normal? I ahve tried to get this info elsewhere but no luck! Help!
FROM: Evonne granan08@yahoo.ca 09/20/05 10:05 AM Central
Hello , I started three clippings of a Hydrangea , lacecap , they are doing really well in a pot , what I would like to know is keeping them over the winter , I am in zone 5 , Nova Scotia , also how long before I put them in the ground , this is really the first good year for them , Thankyou
FROM: Courtney djcourt2@hotmail.com 09/20/05 9:31 AM Central
I have 2 hydrangers in my back yard. Not much light and sandy soil. They are huge. I moved into my home last spring and there have been no flowers on either plant. Any idea why, and do I need to prune them? Fertilize? If so how? Thanks a ton, Courtney
FROM: Joan Wamsley tailorjoan@nhvt.net 09/19/05 7:53 PM Central
HELP, I searched the messages and couldn't find specific answers to my problem. I bought a house with a hydrangea bush and have NO idea how to tend to it. It just keeps getting leggier each year, has no shape. The flowers are white at first then pinkish. I live in NH. Thanks, Joan
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FROM: Sandra Tudor STudor52@aol.com 09/19/05 9:39 AM Central
When is the best time to prune hydrangeas and how do I go about it.
FROM: Elsa Tod 09/18/05 10:54 AM Central
Hello,I live in Vancouver B.C. in zone 8b. I would like to transplant from my Mom's garden to mine a 2 foot H.She is selling her home and will be moving soon. Can I do that within the next month without killing the plant? Our weather is around 15-18 celsius now. Thank you
FROM: Jacqui ashewyn1@aol.com 09/17/05 9:19 PM Central
I am new at growing hydrageas but I love them, I got two as gifts, but he leaves are turning brown at the edges. How can I help it stop?
FROM: Andy Sariochek asario@comcast.net 09/17/05 3:18 PM Central
I have standard blue hydrangea. I made a mistake a cut the brown stalks the first year I planted my hyrangearangea have black spots on the leaves is it a fungus are can help me with this problem?
FROM: Reg Wright garthreg@onetel.com 09/04/05 4:19 PM Central
My hydrangea has mildew, spots, loosing leaves etc, Infact 8 plants have this problem to some degree? I live on Anglesey and have a micro climate, Can anyone help?
FROM: Jeannette aejnj8v@aol.com 09/04/05 3:31 PM Central
I have two hydrangers that use to flower so beautifully and the past two years I've not had any flowers I would like to dig them up and move them but I need to know if I can trim them to keep them smaller. Or what can I do to get them to flower next year.
FROM: Donald Wickham popsnana@charter.nert 09/04/05 9:54 AM Central
We need to transplant a Hydrangea that has some sentamental value. We are in central Alabama. What is the best time to move this plant, & any suggestions as to best way.
FROM: Beach Richard mandrbeach@juno.com 09/03/05 1:59 PM Central
When should I cut back my hydrangea? Fall? How far back?
FROM: Anita Ludovici aludovici@yahoo.com 09/03/05 11:58 AM Central

FROM: Anita Ludovici aludovici@yahoo.com 09/03/05 11:58 AM Central
I live in Virginia Beach Virginia. I planted 2 different types of Hydraneas on the side of our houe and it gets sun all day in this area. The plants get big and bushy but produce almost no flowers. Do you think I should try moving them to a less sunny area. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I see other yards with beautiful blooms and I am so envious.
FROM: blueflash watchmygarden@yahoo.com 09/02/05 3:21 AM Central
Information on Planting Forever Summer Hydrangea - new to plant. near Birmingham Ala lot of red clay soil - any information appreciated thank you blueflash
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FROM: Dennis Bouchard dbouchard33@cox.net 09/01/05 11:32 AM Central
I have a young hydrangea tree (about 6 feet tall) that has a weak, skinny trunk. The tree is currently in full bloom but the trunk and its limbs cannot support the weight and it bows over anytime it rains or there are heavy winds. I have attempted to shore up the tree by using guying wire supports,but the tree still droops when it rains. It is almost as if the trunk and its limbs are made of elastic. I would appreciate any advise. Thank you.
FROM: Dennis Bouchard dbouchard33@cox.net 09/01/05 11:32 AM Central
I have a young hydrangea tree (about 6 feet tall) that has a weak, skinny trunk. The tree is currently in full bloom but the trunk and its limbs cannot support the weight and it bows over anytime it rains or there are heavy winds. I have attempted to shore up the tree by using guying wire supports,but the tree still droops when it rains. It is almost as if the trunk and its limbs are made of elastic. I would appreciate any advise. Thank you.
FROM: Diane Hopkinson princessdi@comcast.net 08/31/05 1:42 PM Central
I live in NH and i have a hydrangea plant this summer it did not bloom any flowers the shrub itself is beautiful and healthy looking. What did i do wrong that i have no buds at all this year
FROM: Joyce emmajeanshops@mindspring.com 08/30/05 8:31 PM Central
I have three of the new everblooming hydrangea: one plant has not bloomed (too much shade?), and the other two have blooms that are sort of murky green! Help!
FROM: Jackie Hall jacson789@aol.com 08/30/05 6:34 PM Central
Ihave five Pee Gee hydrangeas, they have bloomed every year but don't have a big bloom. Was wondering if the tree gets some age on it, the bloom will get bigger. I have been watching for replies on this message board and no one seems to be answering any of the questions. Hope they email to your email address. Is that the way it's supposed to happen? I would reply to some of their questions on here, but don't know that much about the flower. I know I need blossoms to make wreaths and no one has contacted me yet. Hope to hear from someone soon. Thanks, Jackie Hall
FROM: Nancy ssobien@msn.com 08/30/05 6:17 PM Central
Will hydrangeas grow well in Idaho?
FROM: patty deyoung pattydeyoung@yahoo.com 08/30/05 12:54 PM Central
my beautiful 4 year old hydrangeas did not bloom. They grew well and developed leaves. i got a couple of small flowers at the bottom. they get irrigated water, good sun and good soil. they have bloomed past 4 years. the other grasses and day lillies are crowding them but all are growing well. help patty
FROM: JLane La3Jack@aol.com 08/30/05 9:26 AM Central
Trying to find (tru-green) Organic Clelated Iron in the powder form. Thanks if you can help locate this!
<. They have never bloomed since. The grow very well and seem to be getting larger each year. But alas, no blooms. Is there anything I can do to remedy this situation? Thanks.
FROM: Mary Ellen Gamache johngamache@sbcglobal.net 09/15/05 5:27 AM Central

FROM: Mary Ellen Gamache johngamache@sbcglobal.net 09/15/05 5:26 AM Central

FROM: Mary Ellen Gamache johngamache@sbcglobal.net 09/15/05 5:26 AM Central
I am assuming if your email address is posted to the mail list then all responses will automatically be sent to your address? I guess there is not one area available to view responses to the corresponding questions.
FROM: Pam Wms dapacc@aol.com 09/14/05 4:45 PM Central
I am not necessarily an enthusiast but I do enjoy my one hydrangea plant. I live in NW Florida so it's still quite warm and my yard is watered every other day. I just noticed brown spots all over the leaves of my plant however. Any ideas where I can go to get some help diagnosing the problem
FROM: Bernett M. Waitt bernjane@sc.rr.com 09/14/05 1:33 PM Central
Is there any information on planting bare root hydrangaes available immediately if not sooner
FROM: Pete Smith cpsmith@conweb.com 09/14/05 12:31 PM Central
It seems a couple of times a year in the spring I need to post a message concening "answers" to questions that appear on this message board.
1. I am an amature who grows H. for fun in the Birmingham, Alabama area. I don't get paid for this, and there are very few ads/commercials.
2. I provide this web site and message board as a volunteer service.
3. I am hopeful that persons with answers or suggestions to help other people on this message board will volunteer their time and post a reply.
4. I answer some questions when I can and have the time.
5. I am not an expert in the varieties of H., the geographic nuances of different zones, or where to buy certain varieties.
6. I am not a person willing to repeat what has been already said on pages in this web site or asked and answered before on this message board. For example, how to prune? why no blooms? how to change colors? all answered elsewhere.
7. And I often and recently receive messages to my email address that are supposed to be posted here. If users would read one more line in messages they get they would know that hitting the reply button gets messages sent to me, not posted here.
All that said, I do hope this message board does provide a valuable service for most of you.
For those who would find this reply offensive, kindly ask your questions elsewhere.
Your benevolent dictator, web site host. Pete Smith
FROM: Mary Ellen Gamache johngamache@sbcglobal.net 09/14/05 11:15 AM Central
I have the same question that Kim presented "Where are the answers to these questions?" This is not a user-friendly process.
FROM: chuck WWW.BOWHUNTER26261@YAHOO.COM 09/14/05 9:41 AM Central
I would like to ask how to change the color of the hydrangea and how to make them bloom. I have one plant that has not bloomed in 2 years.
FROM: kim galioto jkgalioto@charter.net 09/14/05 8:18 AM Central
where are the ANSWERS listed for some really great questions????
FROM: Gayle Gillespie ggillesp653@cs.com 09/12/05 12:15 PM Central
I have been going through many of the links provided by google to find out what to feed them. Especially new ones going into the ground soon. NO LUCK! Drats! Can you help? I live on the Hood Canal in WA State and live in zone 8.Thanks and regards,Gayle
FROM: Ron Spence arspence@telus.net 09/11/05 10:53 PM Central
I have a mophead hydrangea like the one next to your message board. My two plants are getting to a point where they are becoming to large. Unfortunately they are planted beside the steps to our front door framing it quite nicely. The blossoms are a massize 10" to 12" in diameter. The plant itself is, Height-6ft., Diameter-61/2ft. My question to you is, "how do I get the plant back to a more reasonable size?"
FROM: MIKE DELMEDICO mdoc@earthlink.net 09/11/05 4:03 PM Central
I LIVE IN HUNTINGTON BEACH CA. I HAVE A LACE CAP HYDRANGEAIT IS ABOUT 30" IN DIAMETER.WHEN CAN I PRUNE IT? IT IS THRUBLOOMING AND FULL OF DEAD FLOWERS.HOW FAR BACK CAN I CUT IT? MIKE DELMEDICO
FROM: pearl ivorypearl@hotmail.com 09/09/05 3:04 PM Central
how would you prune a hydrangea plant to encourage more dense growth
FROM: Lois Bolyard mildred1971@comcast.net 09/08/05 1:25 PM Central
How do you transplant a part of a huge hydrangea? My mother usually cuts hers back in the fall and I'd like to take a portion of it to my home 4 hrs away and plant it in my yard. Is there anything special I must do to prepare it for transport?? Her blooms are also white and I'd like to know if I should do anything to my soil in the fall to change those to blue and pink. We both live in zone 6.
FROM: Susan Perrone scp255@sbcglobal.net 09/08/05 1:13 PM Central
Mary Ellen -- Transplant it in the fall.
FROM: Mary Ellen Gamache johngamache@sbcglobal.net 09/08/05 5:55 AM Central
FROM: JRodgers jrrodgers02@hotmail.com 08/30/05 8:52 AM Central
New growth on hydragenea plants have yellow tinge. Do I need to fertilize, if so with what, or is this normal. Live in zone 7b
FROM: Yvonne Sang yvonnesang@aol.com 08/29/05 9:08 PM Central
I live in North East, US (Massachusetts). I planted a climbing hydranga about four years ago, and stupidly I thought I was suppose to plant it double deep instead of double wide. It is still growning and climbing, but in the four years has only grown about five feet and has never bloomed. Should I did it up and replant it correctly, or just leave it the way it is and hope someday it will bloom and take off? If it is ok to dig up and replant when is the best time. Thank you.
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FROM: Stephanie steph.waddell@sbcglobal.net 08/29/05 7:42 PM Central
Hello. This past spring my husband and I bought a house that has three large beautiful smooth hydrangea bushes in the backyard. The plants grew and grew beautifully through the early part of the summer until the heads became so large they all (with the exception of a very few) toppled over as the stems could no longer support them. Now they are beginning to brown and die and I don't know what to do with them to prepare them for next summer and prevent the heads from growing so large again! I'm afraid of pruning too early or making a mistake in cutting anything off. Any suggestions? Thanks for your help.
FROM: Jackie Hall jacson789@aol.com 08/29/05 6:46 PM Central
Just put a message for hydrangea blossoms to make wreaths and noticed in one of the messages that a Jim Wright has some for sale. If he checks this page, I would appreciate it if he would email me. Thanks, Jackie Hall
FROM: Jackie Hall jacson789@aol.com 08/29/05 6:34 PM Central
Need hydrangea blossoms to make wreaths. Please contact me by email. Interested in the Pee Gee variety. Thanks, Jackie Hall
FROM: Carol O'Brien 8/28/05 08/28/05 12:53 PM Central
How can I dry my hydrangea for a vase display? I live in the North East, US (Mass) and the plant gets quite a bit of sun. The flowers are blue and now have turned a bit green (late Aug) I do not know what kind the plant is. Also, it is getting rather large is there a way to prune it without losing the blooms for next year?
FROM: Donna Sang 08/27/05 9:00 PM Central
I live in North East, US (Massachusetts). I planted a climbing hydranga about four years ago, and stupidly I thought I was suppose to plant it double deep instead of double wide. It is still growning and climbing, but in the four years has only grown about five feet and has never bloomed. Should I did it up and replant it correctly, or just leave it the way it is and hope someday it will bloom and take off? If it is ok to dig up and replant when is the best time. Thank you.
FROM: Jo heathclif89@hotmail.com 08/27/05 2:48 PM Central
The leaves on my Hydrangea are getting black Some of the leaves on my Hydrangea plants are moldy we cut them back but the mold keeps reapearing. What is it and how can I solve this problem. Any advise will be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time and help. Jo
FROM: Jo heathclif89@hotmail.com 08/27/05 2:38 PM Central
The leaves on my Hydrangea are getting black Some of the leaves on my Hydrangea plants are moldy we cut them back but the mold keeps reapearing. What is it and how can I solve this problem. Any advise will be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time and help. Jo
FROM: Colleen csalminen@tbaytel.net 08/27/05 2:02 PM Central
Hi I live in thunder bay on canada. I just got given a hydrangea mathila gutges blue in a pot . I have no clue what to do with it ,but would love to try. need some help .please. thanks
FROM: Justin justin1148@comcast.net 08/27/05 8:39 AM Central
I am new to the hydrangea growing and already having trouble. I planted mine about a month ago. It just looks wilted all day and there are tons of leaves and some stems that are dying or dead. At night time it looks better. It is in pretty good soil with a breathable weed stop cloth on top of it and a thin layer of black mulch topping it off. I have put miracle grow on it twice and try to water it every day (in the evening). I live in Middle Tennessee (if that helps). Any thoughts you could email me would be greatly helpful. Thanks alot.
FROM: Hannah stamatkins@earthlink.net 08/26/05 4:44 PM Central
I have had my hydrangea planted in the ground for four years. It has never bloomed. I do not cut it back in the winter, as I understand they only bloom on the 'old wood'. I live in Indiana. The plant is very hardy and grows to be approx. 4' X 4'. It is planted on the North side of my house and gets no direct sunlight, only bright indirect light. Could this be the cause for no blooms?
FROM: Pete Smith cpsmith@conweb.com 08/26/05 7:15 AM Central
Sorry about those spams last night friends. I've kicked him off the list and told him I would recommend you all boycott that company.
I really don'tnt size=-1 color=black> I live in zone 6a and would like to transplant a hygrangea plant that is six years old. I plan on keeping it in the same area, just a few feet away. This is the first year that there have been blossoms and they are just beautiful. I rearranged my garden which is the north-northeast section of the yard and added the new 'endless summer' hydrangea plants which are doing well. I want to move my existing plant in the same area of the garden. My question is when is it a good time to transplant this plant. There are some new blossoms that are still in the green/white stage. I am more concerened how the plant will react to the change versuses keeping the blooms on the plant today.
FROM: Charlotte fourre@ywave.com 09/07/05 5:12 PM Central
I live in Washington State. When is it ok to prune?
FROM: Joanne Wilbur jewwilbur@hotmail.com 09/06/05 6:53 PM Central
Yes I have Nikko blue.. for at least 12 years.. it was doing fine.... now it has stopped flowering . slowing down for the passed two years..last year one flower. this year just green and fat plant but no flowers . i finally tried to take off the dead brown steims this spring because it really was not attractive with large sticks out of the beautiful green .. again this year no flowers. .. i am stumped.... the first three years it was great... can i split it off and make two plants? it gets parcial shade it is about 3 feet tall and about 3 feet across. no problem with the leaves. gets lots of water from a down spout. i heard to cut back old steims.. what old steims they are all old.... and ugly sticks...sticking out of the green . help
FROM: Rheanell Farrill rheanell@farrill.lnet 09/06/05 6:15 PM Central
I LIVE ON THE WEST COAST, I HAVE A PINK HYDRANGEA PLANT GROWING IN THE SHADY AREA NEAR THE FRONT DOOR. WHEN DO YOU PRUNE THE PLANT AND HOW? MAY I CUT THE BLOOMS IS THERE A SPECIFIC TIME OF YEAR OR COLOR THE BLOOM MUST BE?
FROM: Jim, undergardener phylnjim@netzero.com 09/05/05 11:40 PM Central
Azelea in a large pot on the patio in Anaheim, CA (don't know zone) has many leaves which have turned deep red almost rust in color. When touched they crumble in hand. Have been feeding with Miracid. Can you tell me what this is, how to correct it and how to prevent it.
FROM: Alan racorr27@yahoo.com 09/05/05 10:18 PM Central
Hello, just discovered this site because I am wondering if there is special food or soil conditioner that i can give to my purple (blue?) hydgrangea in order to produce blooms. I am quite the novice gardner and have recently moved into my boyfriends home. There are three rather large plants clumped together growing beautifully with healthy large green leaves, but no flowers...execpt for one small deep deep.WHAT DO I DO??? NEXT YEAR I WOULD LOVE TO SEE MANY FLOWERS WHICH I WILL BE ABLE TO ENJOY. Another piece of info is that there are also three azealea bushes growing very near....i am replanting them in anothher spot.
FROM: Nazan nazankozan@yahoo.com 09/05/05 5:48 PM Central
My hydrengeas are not blooming anymore. I trimmed them every year. They used to bloom after that. But they stopped for the last two years. Any suggestions. Thanks.
FROM: Kathleen plgallois@aol.com 09/05/05 3:12 PM Central
What can I spray on dried hydrangeas to preserve them?
FROM: Kathy Choochabubba@charter.net 09/05/05 6:24 AM Central
I have a climbing hydrangea that hasn't bloomed since i planted it 2 1/2 years ago. It's beautiful, healthy - but no blooms - it's climbing up the side of my house and gets afternoon sun - morning shade. I love it, but want blooms! Can anyone help me?
FROM: Kathy Choochabubba@charter.net 09/05/05 6:12 AM Central
Sorry, I'm in the Northeast - just west of Boston....
FROM: Kathy Choochabubba@charter.net 09/05/05 6:09 AM Central
I have three hydrangea plants, none of which will bloom for me - I moved one of them a couple of years ago, thinking it needed more sun to give me flowers, but to no avail...what am I doing wrong - I don't cut back in the fall (woody sticks on two of them) - Can you help me?
FROM: malou emilou17@msn.com 09/05/05 4:11 AM Central
im from washington state. i heard that i can multiply my hydranea by cutting a stem and planting it. is this true? when will be the best time to do so? what is the right way to do it?
FROM: jim wright mossmt@ptd.net 09/04/05 10:29 PM Central
pruneing your blue hyd should be done aftet the first frost i live in the ne.pa.area you should cut your plants back to where the stem starts to get woody not to the ground you can cut off some of the old groth to shape your plant also the most imporaint thing with blue hyd.is to cover the roots for the winter about 8 ins. of hay will do the trick make sure the hay gets do arount the stems right down to the ground when we have a winter with verry little snow but it is cold the frost really goes way down in to the ground if the roots are protected by mulching you usally get flowers every year i take care of a cupple hundred blue hyd. plants within about 150 miles from home scranton pa. area and 90 percent of my plants have blooms every year if people within this area need help with thier blue hyd. i am just starting to cut all i ask is that you share your blooms with me i use them for drying have been doing it for 12 years i also take care of pgs i am going to try to post pitchers of some of my work tuesday my pgs are beautiful this year also i will tell you how to trim your pgs jim/mossmt @ptd.net
FROM: pete panto@mindspring.com 09/04/05 7:24 PM Central
my hyd mind some commercial messages if they are related to our gardening needs and respect our email with a single, short message. But spammming with multiple messages such as this offender is not proper.
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FROM: Sharon sharonroddy@yahoo.com 08/25/05 10:40 PM Central
Carolyn - your plant never blooms because you prune it down to the ground each fall. Don't prune it because you are cutting off the future blooms on the stems. They aren't very pretty plants in the winter because they just look like a bunch of sticks, but you won't ever have any blooms if you cut them down each year.
FROM: bill charlesmeyer@webtv.net 08/25/05 9:32 PM Central
Again, does anyone know if you can split any type hydrangiaplant to make two. I have tried three times and have only gotten all leaves and no blooms from both the original and added one. I live in southern new hampshire .
FROM: Carolyn carolynpaldino@comcast.net 08/25/05 7:15 PM Central
I received a hydrangea plant 5 years ago in a small container - I planted it outside and prune it down to the ground each fall - It has grown to at least 10 times the original size but I have never had a flower - I replanted it this year to a more sunny area and still no flowers - any suggestions?
FROM: Jean LaBarge cherubs66@twcny.rr.com 08/25/05 3:35 PM Central
Isabell.I have a beautiful heavey laden peegee tree (Paniculata) as well my was good and sturdy in the ground but last winter we had a wet heavy snow fall and to my dismay broke a main branche off so bad i had no choice but to cut in off but the tree still survived and is in full bloom now (zone 4). Therefore i thought you would be interested in knowing the branches can defininitely break if the dead blossoms are left on. This year i am removing mine before snow fall starts. I hope this helps, as for the staking issue someone with more knowledge will have to answer that. cherubs66
FROM: kevin kevincwl@yahoo.com 08/25/05 9:46 AM Central
We have the same problem with bugs. Our new (planted 3 months ago) peegee hydragea standard tree about 4 feet tall. The flowers are starting to change to it's fall colours and we love the tree. However, we noticed that in the last month the flowers have been attracting a variety of bugs, such as, wasps, bees, flies and other insects. Is this normal for this type of tree?
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FROM: Carol Kosmicki club241@earthlink.net 08/24/05 7:34 PM Central
my hydrangea tree attract so many bees and hornet type bugs that I hardly can't go near it. The tree is beautiful but is this normal with all the bugs?
FROM: Isabel newtlover@hotmail.com 08/24/05 7:06 PM Central
3 years ago I bought a dwarf (4' tall) hydrangea standard PG tree. Sorry I lost the tag so dont have the scientific name. Can email someone pictures of the problem as well. It is full and blooming beautiful white flowers BUT it is SO top heavy that it is falling over and I am in fear of it snapping in half! I had it staked for 3 years and recently removed it. I was told I was killing it staking for longer than a year, that it needed to be off the stake to harden and mature on its own. Someone else tells me different, to stake these trees for as long as it takes, even as long as 5 years or more. In the late fall after blooms are done or spring I know I will have to prune it back a lot to remove weight....do I do this every year and how, like a shrub, just shape it or do you prune it a certain spots on the branch? I don't acidify the soil as it is in a graden but the blooms are bright white...do I need to acidify then? The main problem is the bending. The trunk is only 1" in diamter, it is weak and top heavy, the trunk is on a 90 degree angle with the wieght and the tree is touching the ground and appears to be ready to snap. The roots are starting to lift out! I have re-staked it loosly for now till I get better support and find out if it needs it. How do I straighten the very crooked trunk?Help please. You can email me directly would be better and I can email pictures of the tree and the trunk problem.Thanks!!Love my tree and don't want it to die!
FROM: bill charlesmeyer@webtv.net 08/24/05 3:36 PM Central

FROM: bill charlesmeyer@webtv.net 08/24/05 3:32 PM Central
can I split the large leaf hydrangia plant?
FROM: Maria Murphy Jemmlm36@comcast.net 08/23/05 9:33 PM Central
Some of my mopheads didn't flower this year...I'm not sure what I am to cut off. My plants are getting very tall and I want to trim them back but want to continue the blooms I have. I'm worried I trimed some last year and thats why they didn't flower. I live In a suburb of Boston and water daily. Help!
FROM: Ruth 08/23/05 11:16 AM Central
A friend gave me a small hydrangea with purple flowers with no name tag. First the flowers died. Most of the leaves have gone brown on the ends and died. Their undersides have greyish scaly blobs. Most of the stems have a brown scaly look to them - one has died off completely. Although nearly dead there are some new buds on the plant. Is there anything I can do please?
FROM: Marie mariecoffey2003@yahoo.com 08/22/05 8:39 PM Central
I have planted a total ao four hydrangea plants in the last two years. One bloomed the first year and stopped, the other three never bloomed. Any ideas why and what I can do to encourage blossoms next year?
FROM: Angela ajakits@curran-connor.com 08/22/05 2:23 PM Central

FROM: Reg Wright garthreg@onetel.com 09/04/05 4:19 PM Central
My hydrangea has mildew, spots, loosing leaves etc, Infact 8 plants have this problem to some degree? I live on Anglesey and have a micro climate, Can anyone help?
FROM: Jeannette aejnj8v@aol.com 09/04/05 3:31 PM Central
I have two hydrangers that use to flower so beautifully and the past two years I've not had any flowers I would like to dig them up and move them but I need to know if I can trim them to keep them smaller. Or what can I do to get them to flower next year.
FROM: Donald Wickham popsnana@charter.nert 09/04/05 9:54 AM Central
We need to transplant a Hydrangea that has some sentamental value. We are in central Alabama. What is the best time to move this plant, & any suggestions as to best way.
FROM: Beach Richard mandrbeach@juno.com 09/03/05 1:59 PM Central
When should I cut back my hydrangea? Fall? How far back?
FROM: Anita Ludovici aludovici@yahoo.com 09/03/05 11:58 AM Central

FROM: Anita Ludovici aludovici@yahoo.com 09/03/05 11:58 AM Central
I live in Virginia Beach Virginia. I planted 2 different types of Hydraneas on the side of our houe and it gets sun all day in this area. The plants get big and bushy but produce almost no flowers. Do you think I should try moving them to a less sunny area. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I see other yards with beautiful blooms and I am so envious.
FROM: blueflash watchmygarden@yahoo.com 09/02/05 3:21 AM Central
Information on Planting Forever Summer Hydrangea - new to plant. near Birmingham Ala lot of red clay soil - any information appreciated thank you blueflash
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FROM: Dennis Bouchard dbouchard33@cox.net 09/01/05 11:32 AM Central
I have a young hydrangea tree (about 6 feet tall) that has a weak, skinny trunk. The tree is currently in full bloom but the trunk and its limbs cannot support the weight and it bows over anytime it rains or there are heavy winds. I have attempted to shore up the tree by using guying wire supports,but the tree still droops when it rains. It is almost as if the trunk and its limbs are made of elastic. I would appreciate any advise. Thank you.
FROM: Dennis Bouchard dbouchard33@cox.net 09/01/05 11:32 AM Central
I have a young hydrangea tree (about 6 feet tall) that has a weak, skinny trunk. The tree is currently in full bloom but the trunk and its limbs cannot support the weight and it bows over anytime it rains or there are heavy winds. I have attempted to shore up the tree by using guying wire supports,but the tree still droops when it rains. It is almost as if the trunk and its limbs are made of elastic. I would appreciate any advise. Thank you.
FROM: Diane Hopkinson princessdi@comcast.net 08/31/05 1:42 PM Central
I live in NH and i have a hydrangea plant this summer it did not bloom any flowers the shrub itself is beautiful and healthy looking. What did i do wrong that i have no buds at all this year
FROM: Joyce emmajeanshops@mindspring.com 08/30/05 8:31 PM Central
I have three of the new everblooming hydrangea: one plant has not bloomed (too much shade?), and the other two have blooms that are sort of murky green! Help!
FROM: Jackie Hall jacson789@aol.com 08/30/05 6:34 PM Central
Ihave five Pee Gee hydrangeas, they have bloomed every year but don't have a big bloom. Was wondering if the tree gets some age on it, the bloom will get bigger. I have been watching for replies on this message board and no one seems to be answering any of the questions. Hope they email to your email address. Is that the way it's supposed to happen? I would reply to some of their questions on here, but don't know that much about the flower. I know I need blossoms to make wreaths and no one has contacted me yet. Hope to hear from someone soon. Thanks, Jackie Hall
FROM: Nancy ssobien@msn.com 08/30/05 6:17 PM Central
Will hydrangeas grow well in Idaho?
FROM: patty deyoung pattydeyoung@yahoo.com 08/30/05 12:54 PM Central
my beautiful 4 year old hydrangeas did not bloom. They grew well and developed leaves. i got a couple of small flowers at the bottom. they get irrigated water, good sun and good soil. they have bloomed past 4 years. the other grasses and day lillies are crowding them but all are growing well. help patty
FROM: JLane La3Jack@aol.com 08/30/05 9:26 AM Central
Trying to find (tru-green) Organic Clelated Iron in the powder form. Thanks if you can help locate this!
I have several plants that didn't bloom. Any ideas as to why? And what can I do to fix the problem for next year?
FROM: Angela ajakits@curran-connor.com 08/22/05 2:22 PM Central
I have several plants that didn't produce any flowers. Any ideas as to why? And what can I do to fix the problem.
FROM: Rita firefuzz@cableone.net 08/22/05 10:41 AM Central
Hi. My daughter is gettibg married in Nov and wish to preserve some hydrangea flowers now that are a light to medium green color. I am using the green color "Celery" in her wedding and this color hydrangea is perfect. MY QUESTION: do i prune the leaves off the cutting to air dry them. Also, will it retain this green color or will the flower turn brown. Last, any advice on preserving them as I only have one plant with this color blooms so I dont want to mess them up during the drying process. Somewhere I read to preserve in water, place them in 1 inch of water. When the water is gone, the flowers will be dried. Thanks for any help I receive.
FROM: Sue Dyar suedyar@bellsouth.net 08/21/05 7:30 PM Central
Please publish a picture of a Tarvida hygangrea. Are they they same as the lace cap? I am confused. Thanks
FROM: Sue Dyar suedyar@bellsouth.net 08/21/05 7:22 PM Central
Please publish a picture of a Tarvida hygangrea. Are they they same as the lace cap? I am confused. Thanks
FROM: karencarbone, conn. karencarbone@sbcglobal.net 08/21/05 7:18 PM Central
i have an endless summer hydrangea planted this spring, it was doing well at first, but now the leaves look like they are being eaten by some sort of insect life. any ideas ?
FROM: Kris Stonitsch collegeboy797@yahoo.com 08/21/05 6:25 PM Central
Hello everyoneMy Mother has a huge amount of Hydrangea's in her front garden, and they have been there since my parents moved there about five years ago. I would like to transplant a large amount of them to another area of her yard for her but I don't know how to go about doing this. Is there anyone who can tell me how I should transplant them, and what time of year this should be done?I would greatly appreciate your help.Thanks a lot!
FROM: JOE HOND399@VERIZON.NET 08/21/05 4:26 PM Central
HOW COME I ONLY GET A FEW BLOSOMS ON MY HYDGRANGEA BUSH LAST 2 YEARS LAST YEAR I GOT NOTHING
FROM: JOE HOND399@VERIZON.NET 08/21/05 4:23 PM Central
HOW COME I ONLY GET A FEW BLOSOMS ON MY HYDGRANGEA BUSH LAST 2 YEARS LAST YEAR I GOT NOTHING
FROM: Heather bhsbk@earthlink.net 08/21/05 3:19 PM Central
I just planted two endless summer hydrangeas two days ago in full sun. They were doing great until we planted them. They are now wilted and have burned looking spots on some leaves. I have watered then several times and noticed that they did perk up last night but they were wilted by noon today. We live in Zone 7. I'm wondering if they will do better once established. Should I dig them up and put back in the pots? They were growing so fast, I though they would do better in the ground.
FROM: jim wright mossmt@ptd.net 08/21/05 2:45 PM Central
I will have dried pg hydrangeas for sale in sept.
FROM: deb zastrowmattdeb@bellsouth.net 08/21/05 1:42 PM Central
I live in tn by knoxville where can i buy hydrangeas to keep in my house until planting time? can i buy online pretty reasonable? DEB
FROM: jim wright mossmt@ptd.net 08/21/05 1:38 PM Central
I will have dried pg hydrangeas for sale in sept.
FROM: jim wright mossmt@ptd.net 08/21/05 1:36 PM Central
i will have dryed hydrangeas for sale starting in september I will have around 5000 bunches for sale
FROM: jim wright mossmt@ptd.net 08/21/05 1:33 PM Central
i will have dryed hydrangeas for sale starting in september I will have around 5000 bunches for sale
FROM: jim wright mossmt@ptd.net 08/21/05 1:32 PM Central
i will have dryed hydrangeas for sale starting in september I will have around 5000 bunches for sale
FROM: JAN KERCE JANSNAILS1951@YAHOO.COM 08/20/05 8:59 PM Central
I HAVE A HYDRANGEA THAT ISN'T DOING WELL AT ALL. IT IS IN DIRECT SUNLIGHT ALL DAY. ALSO WHEN IT RAINS IT IS IN A LOW SPOT SO IT IS IN STANDING WATER . IT DOESN'T BLOOM AND THE LEAVES LOOK AS THOUGH THEY HAVE BEEN BURNED THEY ARE BROWN AND FALLING OFF. I LIVE IN NORTHERN FLORIDA. I HAVE APPLIED 10/10 FERTILIZER TO THE PLANT. BUT NO HELP. CAN YOU HELP ME?
FROM: marti bnbnpets@hotmail.com 08/20/05 8:24 PM Central
Id love to learn about all the hydrangeas and this seems to be a great start.Thank You.
FROM: Judy myrnaz@sbcglobal.net 08/20/05 6:51 PM Central
I have a wonderful bush that is loaded, and I want to dry bouquets. how is the befont size=-1 color=blue> FROM: JRodgers jrrodgers02@hotmail.com 08/30/05 8:52 AM Central
New growth on hydragenea plants have yellow tinge. Do I need to fertilize, if so with what, or is this normal. Live in zone 7b
FROM: Yvonne Sang yvonnesang@aol.com 08/29/05 9:08 PM Central
I live in North East, US (Massachusetts). I planted a climbing hydranga about four years ago, and stupidly I thought I was suppose to plant it double deep instead of double wide. It is still growning and climbing, but in the four years has only grown about five feet and has never bloomed. Should I did it up and replant it correctly, or just leave it the way it is and hope someday it will bloom and take off? If it is ok to dig up and replant when is the best time. Thank you.
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FROM: Stephanie steph.waddell@sbcglobal.net 08/29/05 7:42 PM Central
Hello. This past spring my husband and I bought a house that has three large beautiful smooth hydrangea bushes in the backyard. The plants grew and grew beautifully through the early part of the summer until the heads became so large they all (with the exception of a very few) toppled over as the stems could no longer support them. Now they are beginning to brown and die and I don't know what to do with them to prepare them for next summer and prevent the heads from growing so large again! I'm afraid of pruning too early or making a mistake in cutting anything off. Any suggestions? Thanks for your help.
FROM: Jackie Hall jacson789@aol.com 08/29/05 6:46 PM Central
Just put a message for hydrangea blossoms to make wreaths and noticed in one of the messages that a Jim Wright has some for sale. If he checks this page, I would appreciate it if he would email me. Thanks, Jackie Hall
FROM: Jackie Hall jacson789@aol.com 08/29/05 6:34 PM Central
Need hydrangea blossoms to make wreaths. Please contact me by email. Interested in the Pee Gee variety. Thanks, Jackie Hall
FROM: Carol O'Brien 8/28/05 08/28/05 12:53 PM Central
How can I dry my hydrangea for a vase display? I live in the North East, US (Mass) and the plant gets quite a bit of sun. The flowers are blue and now have turned a bit green (late Aug) I do not know what kind the plant is. Also, it is getting rather large is there a way to prune it without losing the blooms for next year?
FROM: Donna Sang 08/27/05 9:00 PM Central
I live in North East, US (Massachusetts). I planted a climbing hydranga about four years ago, and stupidly I thought I was suppose to plant it double deep instead of double wide. It is still growning and climbing, but in the four years has only grown about five feet and has never bloomed. Should I did it up and replant it correctly, or just leave it the way it is and hope someday it will bloom and take off? If it is ok to dig up and replant when is the best time. Thank you.
FROM: Jo heathclif89@hotmail.com 08/27/05 2:48 PM Central
The leaves on my Hydrangea are getting black Some of the leaves on my Hydrangea plants are moldy we cut them back but the mold keeps reapearing. What is it and how can I solve this problem. Any advise will be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time and help. Jo
FROM: Jo heathclif89@hotmail.com 08/27/05 2:38 PM Central
The leaves on my Hydrangea are getting black Some of the leaves on my Hydrangea plants are moldy we cut them back but the mold keeps reapearing. What is it and how can I solve this problem. Any advise will be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time and help. Jo
FROM: Colleen csalminen@tbaytel.net 08/27/05 2:02 PM Central
Hi I live in thunder bay on canada. I just got given a hydrangea mathila gutges blue in a pot . I have no clue what to do with it ,but would love to try. need some help .please. thanks
FROM: Justin justin1148@comcast.net 08/27/05 8:39 AM Central
I am new to the hydrangea growing and already having trouble. I planted mine about a month ago. It just looks wilted all day and there are tons of leaves and some stems that are dying or dead. At night time it looks better. It is in pretty good soil with a breathable weed stop cloth on top of it and a thin layer of black mulch topping it off. I have put miracle grow on it twice and try to water it every day (in the evening). I live in Middle Tennessee (if that helps). Any thoughts you could email me would be greatly helpful. Thanks alot.
FROM: Hannah stamatkins@earthlink.net 08/26/05 4:44 PM Central
I have had my hydrangea planted in the ground for four years. It has never bloomed. I do not cut it back in the winter, as I understand they only bloom on the 'old wood'. I live in Indiana. The plant is very hardy and grows to be approx. 4' X 4'. It is planted on the North side of my house and gets no direct sunlight, only bright indirect light. Could this be the cause for no blooms?
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FROM: Dave davemdx@earthlink.net 08/20/05 4:53 PM Central
hi, how often do i add the aluminum sulfate to a newly planted Endess Summer hydrangia to keep the blooms blue. When added will the existing blooms turn blue or the new blossems. thanks
FROM: Lois Lomme Lolomme@aol.com 08/20/05 3:11 PM Central
ooops, I just checked the home page to discover the info I just requested about drying. Sorry and thanks again.Lois from CT
FROM: Lois Lomme Lolomme@aol.com 08/20/05 3:09 PM Central
Can anyone tell me how to dry hydrangers retaining their color? At what part of the blooming process is the best time to pick them for drying? thanks, Lois from Connecticut
FROM: Amy 08/20/05 1:13 PM Central
I purchased a Hydrangea Macrophylla this summer and planted it the first of July. It gets full to partial sun, but more on the full side. We watered it according to the instructions and for the first couple of weeks it seemed to be doing great, it even had one blossom on it starting to bloom. We then had some very, very hot days and for the past several weeks it looks like the plant has touches of being burned. As of today there are new buds come off of it, which seems like a good sign. Any suggestions from anyone. Should I go ahead and prune it now or wait until later in the fall?
FROM: Susan Perrone scp255@sbcglobal.net 08/19/05 3:11 PM Central
Andy -- It is perfectly okay to cut off the dead blooms on your endless summer hydrangea. You don't have to prune the bush just snip off the dead bloom. The bush will be fine. In fact, it will probably encourage new growth.
FROM: Angela dr_yeung@hotmail.com 08/19/05 12:47 PM Central
I am new to gardening so I need help. I bought them from the store and replanted them into pots. After a couple of weeks, I noticed a greyish "moldy" looking stuff on the leaves. I removed those leaves but it has slowly spread to other leaves. Please let me know what I should do. Any help would be appreciated!
FROM: andy SChristoun@bridgew.edu 08/19/05 8:36 AM Central
In the middle of July I planted 7 huge endless summer hydrengea bushes. Absolutely beautiful. I can tell they have taken very nicely but the blooms are now dead, a few more are coming but I'm sure I shocked them by planting them in the middle of the summer. They are receiving a good amount of water every day. I am so afraid of doing the wrong thing and have invested a lot of money, could someone tell me how to handle the plants. Right now the plants look horrible with the dead flowers but I'm afraid to prune them. Thanks for any information you can give.
FROM: CAROLINE CSTNANA@MSN.COM 08/17/05 8:11 PM Central
I live in Maryland, above Baltimore and zone is 6-7? My plants have finished blooming and flowers are fading. Two questions, all are mopheads, can I cut some with good stem lenght to dry and can I prune them now? It may be one in the same question : can this or some variation be done now ? I had profuse blooms this year. I didn't cut back last year as the plants aren't that old but I did protect their bases during the winter with heavy leaf mulch and I try to cover and protect the tips when the spring thaw came. They really look like they should be cut back. Is it too late for north Maryland?
FROM: Susan Perrone scp255@sbcglobal.net 08/17/05 7:17 PM Central
Wendy -- Two of the most common reasons why hydrangeas fail to bloom is improper pruning (or poorly timed pruning I should say) and/or a late killing frost that occurs once the bush begins to leaf out in the spring. The late freeze will kill the tender buds. Have you pruned your hydrangea recently? What zone do you live in? Did you have a late frost in your area? W
FROM: wendy wendygarden@aol.com 08/17/05 6:28 PM Central
i have 2 hydrangeas that have not bloomed in 2 years any tips on how to make them bloom they did bloom in the past
FROM: Mike O'Dwyer lazybear@homecall.co.uk 08/17/05 6:13 PM Central
Hi, can any Hydrangea collector out there help me find a few types that I have been hunting for quite some time? They are: Hydrangea macrophylla 'Sweet Carol', 'Ravel' 'Gold Nugget' 'Pieta' (not Pia), 'Tosca' 'Snocap' and 'Sadie Ray'. These are all American-produced types and if you have any of them, I would really like you to contact me re. the possibility of doing some swaps. I have quite a sizeable collection and am very willing to swap. Thank you in anticipation of your help. Mike.
FROM: Carol Kosmicki club241@earthlink.net 08/17/05 6:10 PM Central
I went in my garden today to look at my beautiful 7' high hydrangea tree and had to step back real fast! There were all kinds of black hornet type bugs buzzing around the tree. What are the bugs doing - just gathering nectar and am I in trouble with my tree?
FROM: Sylvia sylvia_stephens84@yahoo.com 08/17/05 12:31 PM Central
I am stunned for the 2nd year in a row. I transplanted all of my rhobarbs and they have not even peeked out of the ground. I love rhubarb upside down cake and I would like to grow some as I had in the previous years. Please respond and thanks.
FROM: Sylvia sylvia_stephens84@yahoo.com 08/17/05 12:29 PM Central
Hi: When is the best time to uproot raspberry bushes as I have too much in my garden and would like to give some to my family. I also want to know how low that I can prune them as they are quite long and tall. Thanks.Sylvia
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FROM: Sharon sharonroddy@yahoo.com 08/25/05 10:40 PM Central
Carolyn - your plant never blooms because you prune it down to the ground each fall. Don't prune it because you are cutting off the future blooms on the stems. They aren't very pretty plants in the winter because they just look like a bunch of sticks, but you won't ever have any blooms if you cut them down each year.
FROM: bill charlesmeyer@webtv.net 08/25/05 9:32 PM Central
Again, does anyone know if you can split any type hydrangiaplant to make two. I have tried three times and have only gotten all leaves and no blooms from both the original and added one. I live in southern new hampshire .
FROM: Carolyn carolynpaldino@comcast.net 08/25/05 7:15 PM Central
I received a hydrangea plant 5 years ago in a small container - I planted it outside and prune it down to the ground each fall - It has grown to at least 10 times the original size but I have never had a flower - I replanted it this year to a more sunny area and still no flowers - any suggestions?
FROM: Jean LaBarge cherubs66@twcny.rr.com 08/25/05 3:35 PM Central
Isabell.I have a beautiful heavey laden peegee tree (Paniculata) as well my was good and sturdy in the ground but last winter we had a wet heavy snow fall and to my dismay broke a main branche off so bad i had no choice but to cut in off but the tree still survived and is in full bloom now (zone 4). Therefore i thought you would be interested in knowing the branches can defininitely break if the dead blossoms are left on. This year i am removing mine before snow fall starts. I hope this helps, as for the staking issue someone with more knowledge will have to answer that. cherubs66
FROM: kevin kevincwl@yahoo.com 08/25/05 9:46 AM Central
We have the same problem with bugs. Our new (planted 3 months ago) peegee hydragea standard tree about 4 feet tall. The flowers are starting to change to it's fall colours and we love the tree. However, we noticed that in the last month the flowers have been attracting a variety of bugs, such as, wasps, bees, flies and other insects. Is this normal for this type of tree?
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FROM: Carol Kosmicki club241@earthlink.net 08/24/05 7:34 PM Central
my hydrangea tree attract so many bees and hornet type bugs that I hardly can't go near it. The tree is beautiful but is this normal with all the bugs?
FROM: Isabel newtlover@hotmail.com 08/24/05 7:06 PM Central
3 years ago I bought a dwarf (4' tall) hydrangea standard PG tree. Sorry I lost the tag so dont have the scientific name. Can email someone pictures of the problem as well. It is full and blooming beautiful white flowers BUT it is SO top heavy that it is falling over and I am in fear of it snapping in half! I had it staked for 3 years and recently removed it. I was told I was killing it staking for longer than a year, that it needed to be off the stake to harden and mature on its own. Someone else tells me different, to stake these trees for as long as it takes, even as long as 5 years or more. In the late fall after blooms are done or spring I know I will have to prune it back a lot to remove weight....do I do this every year and how, like a shrub, just shape it or do you prune it a certain spots on the branch? I don't acidify the soil as it is in a graden but the blooms are bright white...do I need to acidify then? The main problem is the bending. The trunk is only 1" in diamter, it is weak and top heavy, the trunk is on a 90 degree angle with the wieght and the tree is touching the ground and appears to be ready to snap. The roots are starting to lift out! I have re-staked it loosly for now till I get better support and find out if it needs it. How do I straighten the very crooked trunk?Help please. You can email me directly would be better and I can email pictures of the tree and the trunk problem.Thanks!!Love my tree and don't want it to die!
FROM: bill charlesmeyer@webtv.net 08/24/05 3:36 PM Central

FROM: bill charlesmeyer@webtv.net 08/24/05 3:32 PM Central
can I split the large leaf hydrangia plant?
FROM: Maria Murphy Jemmlm36@comcast.net 08/23/05 9:33 PM Central
Some of my mopheads didn't flower this year...I'm not sure what I am to cut off. My plants are getting very tall and I want to trim them back but want to continue the blooms I have. I'm worried I trimed some last year and thats why they didn't flower. I live In a suburb of Boston and water daily. Help!
FROM: Ruth 08/23/05 11:16 AM Central
A friend gave me a small hydrangea with purple flowers with no name tag. First the flowers died. Most of the leaves have gone brown on the ends and died. Their undersides have greyish scaly blobs. Most of the stems have a brown scaly look to them - one has died off completely. Although nearly dead there are some new buds on the plant. Is there anything I can do please?
FROM: Marie mariecoffey2003@yahoo.com 08/22/05 8:39 PM Central
I have planted a total ao four hydrangea plants in the last two years. One bloomed the first year and stopped, the other three never bloomed. Any ideas why and what I can do to encourage blossoms next year?
FROM: Angela ajakits@curran-connor.com 08/22/05 2:23 PM Central
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FROM: bonnie ellis bobellis9@juno.com 08/17/05 8:03 AM Central
I have noticed that my hydrangeas are not blooming for the past two years. I have not cut them back and they are in well drained soil. They are healthy and green but no blooms. One is located in a shaded area and the others are in sunny locations. Two smaller plants have had some blooms but the larger bushes have not had any. The variety I have problems is the large ball shaped that bloom in late summer through fall. Could you shed some light on my problem?
FROM: Susie Weinthal flatbush17@aol.com 08/15/05 8:35 PM Central
My hydrangeas were planted summer 04. They are perfectly healthy, with large leaves but did not flower. What can I do for next year.
FROM: Susan Perrone scp255@sbcglobal.net 08/15/05 5:33 PM Central
To Anna Eels, As far as I know Annabelles like the lighting conditions that yours has right now -- morning sun and afternoon shade. For further information regarding transplanting, pruning, etc. please consult www.hydrangeashydrangeas.com/annabelle.html
FROM: Susan Perrone scp255@sbcglobal.net 08/15/05 5:02 PM Central
Marie, Regarding your question about your transplanted hydrangea -- No, do not cut it back this fall/winter. Keep an eye on it in the spring -- if a hard frost is predicted after the bush has begun to leaf out be sure to protect it or the flower buds can freeze and the bush will fail to bloom.
FROM: Susan Perrone scp255@sbcglobal.net 08/15/05 4:59 PM Central
Peg, the most common reasons for the failure of hydrangeas to bloom is either improper pruning or a late freeze that occurs after the hydrangea begins to "leaf out" in the spring. A poorly timed pruning can result in the accidental removal of flower buds that have already been set on the bush. A spring freeze can also kill these tender buds. Did you prune the bush last fall or this spring? Do you recall if you had a late, killing frost once the bush began to leaf out in the spring? Either of these reasons could be why you are not getting an abundance of blooms on your hydrangea.
FROM: Susan Perrone scp255@sbcglobal.net 08/15/05 4:41 PM Central
Karen, We have several different varities of hydrangeas in our yard and also have a few wild bunnies that live in the brush to the rear of our property. The bunnies come out all the time and although they have munched on some things in our yard they have never touched our hydrangeas. I think you are probably safe. Good luck.
FROM: karen karen@canadiancartridge.com 08/15/05 2:01 PM Central
"Pesky Rabbits". I have just purchased 15 Annabelle Hydrangea shrubs without thinking that we have a yard full of wild rabbits. We live in the country. Will rabbits eat these shrubs and if so what can I do?
FROM: Peg pegbrunton@hotmail.com 08/15/05 1:51 PM Central
We are in Buffalo,NY..our hydrangeas (2) are about 6 yrs. old..the greens are HUGE, there are only 3 flowers located down under the greens...they are in full sunlight..HELP,please
FROM: may jackson yamyam@ntlworld.com 08/15/05 1:07 PM Central
i have hydrangea in garden it is now getting lots of white spots on leaves can it be treated.
FROM: may jackson yamyam@ntlworld.com 08/15/05 1:05 PM Central
i have hydrangea in garden.it is now getting lots of white spots on leaves can it be treated
FROM: Katherine kitkat@bnedbroadband.com 08/15/05 12:25 PM Central
Hi, I am just starting out with hyd. and would like to ask some general questions. I am getting cuttings from some very nice people on this site, so if theya ll make it and root, I want to know what is the best care for them. I live in Oregon. The area I live in is very warm,high 80's to the low 100's at times. We have very littel in the way of humidity. I was going to plant these little guys in the shade, but I am now thinking that is not a good idea because from what I ahve seen, they need to have about a half days sun.Any advice would be greately appreciated. Also, what do you do to the soil to make hydrangeas turn or stay red ? haven't managed to find anything on that topic.
FROM: Anne 08/15/05 10:36 AM Central
HELLO ??? Does anyone ever answer any of these questions?
FROM: ValeRie vdulle2@hotmail.com 08/15/05 9:43 AM Central
We had to split a large hydrangia bush to move it before it was bulldozed under. Will it survive?
FROM: Anna Eells a_eells@yahoo.com 08/14/05 7:31 PM Central
I live in zone 3 and have an Annabelle Hydrangea that at this time gets early morning sun alot of shade in the afternoon. This year it did not bloom at all, my question is this: when is a good time to transplant and should I consider moving it so it gets more sun? Also, do I need to prune my plant yearly?
I have several plants that didn't bloom. Any ideas as to why? And what can I do to fix the problem for next year?
FROM: Angela ajakits@curran-connor.com 08/22/05 2:22 PM Central
I have several plants that didn't produce any flowers. Any ideas as to why? And what can I do to fix the problem.
FROM: Rita firefuzz@cableone.net 08/22/05 10:41 AM Central
Hi. My daughter is gettibg married in Nov and wish to preserve some hydrangea flowers now that are a light to medium green color. I am using the green color "Celery" in her wedding and this color hydrangea is perfect. MY QUESTION: do i prune the leaves off the cutting to air dry them. Also, will it retain this green color or will the flower turn brown. Last, any advice on preserving them as I only have one plant with this color blooms so I dont want to mess them up during the drying process. Somewhere I read to preserve in water, place them in 1 inch of water. When the water is gone, the flowers will be dried. Thanks for any help I receive.
FROM: Sue Dyar suedyar@bellsouth.net 08/21/05 7:30 PM Central
Please publish a picture of a Tarvida hygangrea. Are they they same as the lace cap? I am confused. Thanks
FROM: Sue Dyar suedyar@bellsouth.net 08/21/05 7:22 PM Central
Please publish a picture of a Tarvida hygangrea. Are they they same as the lace cap? I am confused. Thanks
FROM: karencarbone, conn. karencarbone@sbcglobal.net 08/21/05 7:18 PM Central
i have an endless summer hydrangea planted this spring, it was doing well at first, but now the leaves look like they are being eaten by some sort of insect life. any ideas ?
FROM: Kris Stonitsch collegeboy797@yahoo.com 08/21/05 6:25 PM Central
Hello everyoneMy Mother has a huge amount of Hydrangea's in her front garden, and they have been there since my parents moved there about five years ago. I would like to transplant a large amount of them to another area of her yard for her but I don't know how to go about doing this. Is there anyone who can tell me how I should transplant them, and what time of year this should be done?I would greatly appreciate your help.Thanks a lot!
FROM: JOE HOND399@VERIZON.NET 08/21/05 4:26 PM Central
HOW COME I ONLY GET A FEW BLOSOMS ON MY HYDGRANGEA BUSH LAST 2 YEARS LAST YEAR I GOT NOTHING
FROM: JOE HOND399@VERIZON.NET 08/21/05 4:23 PM Central
HOW COME I ONLY GET A FEW BLOSOMS ON MY HYDGRANGEA BUSH LAST 2 YEARS LAST YEAR I GOT NOTHING
FROM: Heather bhsbk@earthlink.net 08/21/05 3:19 PM Central
I just planted two endless summer hydrangeas two days ago in full sun. They were doing great until we planted them. They are now wilted and have burned looking spots on some leaves. I have watered then several times and noticed that they did perk up last night but they were wilted by noon today. We live in Zone 7. I'm wondering if they will do better once established. Should I dig them up and put back in the pots? They were growing so fast, I though they would do better in the ground.
FROM: jim wright mossmt@ptd.net 08/21/05 2:45 PM Central
I will have dried pg hydrangeas for sale in sept.
FROM: deb zastrowmattdeb@bellsouth.net 08/21/05 1:42 PM Central
I live in tn by knoxville where can i buy hydrangeas to keep in my house until planting time? can i buy online pretty reasonable? DEB
FROM: jim wright mossmt@ptd.net 08/21/05 1:38 PM Central
I will have dried pg hydrangeas for sale in sept.
FROM: jim wright mossmt@ptd.net 08/21/05 1:36 PM Central
i will have dryed hydrangeas for sale starting in september I will have around 5000 bunches for sale
FROM: jim wright mossmt@ptd.net 08/21/05 1:33 PM Central
i will have dryed hydrangeas for sale starting in september I will have around 5000 bunches for sale
FROM: jim wright mossmt@ptd.net 08/21/05 1:32 PM Central
i will have dryed hydrangeas for sale starting in september I will have around 5000 bunches for sale
FROM: JAN KERCE JANSNAILS1951@YAHOO.COM 08/20/05 8:59 PM Central
I HAVE A HYDRANGEA THAT ISN'T DOING WELL AT ALL. IT IS IN DIRECT SUNLIGHT ALL DAY. ALSO WHEN IT RAINS IT IS IN A LOW SPOT SO IT IS IN STANDING WATER . IT DOESN'T BLOOM AND THE LEAVES LOOK AS THOUGH THEY HAVE BEEN BURNED THEY ARE BROWN AND FALLING OFF. I LIVE IN NORTHERN FLORIDA. I HAVE APPLIED 10/10 FERTILIZER TO THE PLANT. BUT NO HELP. CAN YOU HELP ME?
FROM: marti bnbnpets@hotmail.com 08/20/05 8:24 PM Central
Id love to learn about all the hydrangeas and this seems to be a great start.Thank You.
FROM: Judy myrnaz@sbcglobal.net 08/20/05 6:51 PM Central
I have a wonderful bush that is loaded, and I want to dry bouquets. how is the be color=blue> FROM: Ron rroberts94@cox.net 08/14/05 4:26 PM Central
I live in Virgina along the beach area of Virginia Beach. I have paid a lot for these great flowers but always ended up with dead bushes. Any suggestions on where to buy or get these flowers. I want to grow some of these so bad but seem to have a problem in this area. Maybe it is just me or the area I am tring to grow them in or PH level. They all have died. What do I need to do to grow them when bought from a hardware store or do I need to go to a garden center.
FROM: Barbara bkmcg@peoplepc.com 08/14/05 2:23 PM Central
I am interested in the climbing hydrangea. I would like any information on this plant and where it can be purchased.
FROM: Terry 08/14/05 9:03 AM Central
My and wife and I earlier this year planted our first Hydrangea and have very little experience on how to care for it. It has flowered and now the flowers are brown, should we deadhead these to promote new grow?? And is there any special fertilizer or winter prep that we should provid ethe plant, we live in the Baltimore Maryland area.The plant recieves part sun part shade, the soil condition and type of Hydrengea is unknow.Thanks for any help you can provide.
FROM: Karl Andersen carkar44@ttlc.net 08/14/05 8:26 AM Central
I live in New Hampshire. We have 2 Hydrangea "bushes" that are doing quite well. They are about 3' tall, and about 5' across. How can I prune a PG Hydrangea into a tree?? How do I keep branches with flowers off the ground. Thanks for your help!!
FROM: Carol Berg carolbergil@aol.com 08/13/05 8:12 PM Central
I planted 4 hydrangea mac Pia Ct plants this summer and I don't know how to care for them. My husband cut the dead blossoms off and I am worried that it will kill the plant. I live in the Chicago area. could you give me information on how to take care of them? Thank You
FROM: Marie marienovosat@hotmail.com 08/13/05 7:07 PM Central

FROM: Marie marienovosat@hotmail.com 08/13/05 7:06 PM Central
I have a Blue Hydrangea that I transplanted from a pot last year. Do I need to trim it back for the Fall/Winter? I live in Western New York...Buffalo area.
FROM: Connie Hurst rchurst@uniserve.com 08/12/05 6:54 PM Central
Hi there, I live on Vancouver Island, and will be moving house. I have a beautiful white,I think it is a mop head, Hydrangea that I love and would like to take it with me on the move. Should I dig part of it up or take piece of the plant and pot it up or what. My zone is 7b. HELP
FROM: Connie Hurst rchurst@uniserve.com 08/12/05 6:47 PM Central

FROM: Connie Hurst rchurst@uniserve.com 08/12/05 6:47 PM Central
Hi there, I live on Vancouver Island, and will be moving house. I have a beautiful white Hydrangea that I love and would like to take it with me on the move. Should I did part of it up or take piece of the plant and pot it up or what. My zone is 7b. HELP
FROM: gail mantei321@aol.com 08/12/05 2:13 PM Central
need to know when and how to transplant a hydrangea. i live on the coast of Oregon.
FROM: Bonnie jbascali@shaw.ca 08/12/05 12:09 PM Central

FROM: Bonnie jbascali@shaw.ca 08/12/05 12:09 PM Central
Ilive in Northern Ontario,Zone 3.I have had a "Niko Blue" plant for about 4 years now,it has a lush healthy growth of leaves but has only flowered once, and with only about 3 small flower heads. It is planted in full sun in a raised bed as we have alot of clay in our area. I was told they like a very acidic soil, so I have added aluminum sulphate to the soil about every 2 weeks starting in the spring,also coffee grains, pines cones, pine needles,trying to make the soil more acidic. These hydrenga plants are in their own separate bed from my other garden beds.The soil conditions I think are appropiate. I add compost to the bed in the fall,and usually amend the soil with a compost,humus and loam mixtue in the spring. The plant receives full sun from around 10.00a.m. to about 5.00p.m daily. I have not cut down the stems as I was told that Niko Blues only boom on 2nd. year growth. I have tried covering it with white insulating cloth, to no avail. The large and long stems just bend over. I planted a "Endless Summer" hydrenga in the same bed next to it last fall, and it bloomed like crazy this year,only in pink not blue. I have been very patient with these plants, but do not know what else to try. If you give me some suggestions I would appreciate it very much. Thankyou
FROM: Jinx jinx777@execpc.com 08/11/05 7:02 PM Central
Hi. I have been sitting here reading the message board for an hour and am still confused. Prune or not? Fertilize or not? I have several kinds of hydrangeas I think? My best were (past tense) huge and blue for 10 years and the other four never bloomed in the 5 years I've had them. They have good sun. But no blooms this year at all. I could cry. They are big and healthy and green. The only thing I can think of is that I over fertilized them. Is it possible I put too much aluminum sulfate on? I just poured it on this year thinking MORE is better but maybe not? One other thing - We have had many record breaking 90 degree days would that affect them? No spring freeze. I'm in Wisconsin and have never covered them. Help. I'm so sad.
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FROM: Dave davemdx@earthlink.net 08/20/05 4:53 PM Central
hi, how often do i add the aluminum sulfate to a newly planted Endess Summer hydrangia to keep the blooms blue. When added will the existing blooms turn blue or the new blossems. thanks
FROM: Lois Lomme Lolomme@aol.com 08/20/05 3:11 PM Central
ooops, I just checked the home page to discover the info I just requested about drying. Sorry and thanks again.Lois from CT
FROM: Lois Lomme Lolomme@aol.com 08/20/05 3:09 PM Central
Can anyone tell me how to dry hydrangers retaining their color? At what part of the blooming process is the best time to pick them for drying? thanks, Lois from Connecticut
FROM: Amy 08/20/05 1:13 PM Central
I purchased a Hydrangea Macrophylla this summer and planted it the first of July. It gets full to partial sun, but more on the full side. We watered it according to the instructions and for the first couple of weeks it seemed to be doing great, it even had one blossom on it starting to bloom. We then had some very, very hot days and for the past several weeks it looks like the plant has touches of being burned. As of today there are new buds come off of it, which seems like a good sign. Any suggestions from anyone. Should I go ahead and prune it now or wait until later in the fall?
FROM: Susan Perrone scp255@sbcglobal.net 08/19/05 3:11 PM Central
Andy -- It is perfectly okay to cut off the dead blooms on your endless summer hydrangea. You don't have to prune the bush just snip off the dead bloom. The bush will be fine. In fact, it will probably encourage new growth.
FROM: Angela dr_yeung@hotmail.com 08/19/05 12:47 PM Central
I am new to gardening so I need help. I bought them from the store and replanted them into pots. After a couple of weeks, I noticed a greyish "moldy" looking stuff on the leaves. I removed those leaves but it has slowly spread to other leaves. Please let me know what I should do. Any help would be appreciated!
FROM: andy SChristoun@bridgew.edu 08/19/05 8:36 AM Central
In the middle of July I planted 7 huge endless summer hydrengea bushes. Absolutely beautiful. I can tell they have taken very nicely but the blooms are now dead, a few more are coming but I'm sure I shocked them by planting them in the middle of the summer. They are receiving a good amount of water every day. I am so afraid of doing the wrong thing and have invested a lot of money, could someone tell me how to handle the plants. Right now the plants look horrible with the dead flowers but I'm afraid to prune them. Thanks for any information you can give.
FROM: CAROLINE CSTNANA@MSN.COM 08/17/05 8:11 PM Central
I live in Maryland, above Baltimore and zone is 6-7? My plants have finished blooming and flowers are fading. Two questions, all are mopheads, can I cut some with good stem lenght to dry and can I prune them now? It may be one in the same question : can this or some variation be done now ? I had profuse blooms this year. I didn't cut back last year as the plants aren't that old but I did protect their bases during the winter with heavy leaf mulch and I try to cover and protect the tips when the spring thaw came. They really look like they should be cut back. Is it too late for north Maryland?
FROM: Susan Perrone scp255@sbcglobal.net 08/17/05 7:17 PM Central
Wendy -- Two of the most common reasons why hydrangeas fail to bloom is improper pruning (or poorly timed pruning I should say) and/or a late killing frost that occurs once the bush begins to leaf out in the spring. The late freeze will kill the tender buds. Have you pruned your hydrangea recently? What zone do you live in? Did you have a late frost in your area? W
FROM: wendy wendygarden@aol.com 08/17/05 6:28 PM Central
i have 2 hydrangeas that have not bloomed in 2 years any tips on how to make them bloom they did bloom in the past
FROM: Mike O'Dwyer lazybear@homecall.co.uk 08/17/05 6:13 PM Central
Hi, can any Hydrangea collector out there help me find a few types that I have been hunting for quite some time? They are: Hydrangea macrophylla 'Sweet Carol', 'Ravel' 'Gold Nugget' 'Pieta' (not Pia), 'Tosca' 'Snocap' and 'Sadie Ray'. These are all American-produced types and if you have any of them, I would really like you to contact me re. the possibility of doing some swaps. I have quite a sizeable collection and am very willing to swap. Thank you in anticipation of your help. Mike.
FROM: Carol Kosmicki club241@earthlink.net 08/17/05 6:10 PM Central
I went in my garden today to look at my beautiful 7' high hydrangea tree and had to step back real fast! There were all kinds of black hornet type bugs buzzing around the tree. What are the bugs doing - just gathering nectar and am I in trouble with my tree?
FROM: Sylvia sylvia_stephens84@yahoo.com 08/17/05 12:31 PM Central
I am stunned for the 2nd year in a row. I transplanted all of my rhobarbs and they have not even peeked out of the ground. I love rhubarb upside down cake and I would like to grow some as I had in the previous years. Please respond and thanks.
FROM: Sylvia sylvia_stephens84@yahoo.com 08/17/05 12:29 PM Central
Hi: When is the best time to uproot raspberry bushes as I have too much in my garden and would like to give some to my family. I also want to know how low that I can prune them as they are quite long and tall. Thanks.Sylvia
I have an Endless summer everblooming Hydrangea. This is its second year. Last year it bloomed just as it was suppose to. It bloomed in the spring and it was great. It is blooming again but the blooms are not turning colors, they stay green. We are in Oklahoma and were just wondering if anyone else is having this problem. My neighbor has an identical plant from the same nursery and it is planted in the same location mine is. Her blooms are the correct color. Does anyone have any ideas? Thanks Marilyn
FROM: Bonnie Kaye rudybonniekaye@aol.com 08/10/05 10:26 PM Central
I have been very successful with my bushes and just love them. Last year I planted a tree. My tree had many flowers but they did not fully blossom. It was suggested that my tree needed food and water. I was very careful to provide ample water and feed it one a week. I has lots of flowers again trying to open but each has possibly 10 to 20 little flowers with the balance just going kind of fuzzy. Any suggestions?
FROM: James D Belelie jaydbel@hotmail.com 08/10/05 4:03 PM Central
i dont much about hydrangea but is willing to learn.Worcester SOUTH AFRICA
FROM: Lana lana@inplexllc.com 08/10/05 10:29 AM Central
We live in a suburb of Chicago. Last summer, our landscaper planted two of Forever Summer blue hydrangeas. One bloomed a couple of blooms, but the other has brown sections on the leaves and no blooms. Eventually leaves look "burned". I've taken off the dead leaves, squirted them with soapy water thinking there may be bugs though I didn't see anything. These are planted on the sosuth side of the house in a protected spot, with morning sun and late afternoon sun, shade during most of the day. I think they're diseased but I don't know what to do for them.
FROM: Elayne talbots2657@aol.com 08/09/05 5:55 PM Central
I love hydrandrangreas. I live in WPB, Florida & would love to purchase climbing & lacecap hydrangeas. Any places?
FROM: dave bacon dbacon@aaahawk.com 08/09/05 4:24 PM Central
My pink Hydranges donot have any buds or flowers. Idno pick off any of the old browm stems in the spring and do not prune in the fall. they have been in for 6 years and have only bloomed 1 time. It has an acid soil and planted on the nort side of the house no direct sun. They have beatiful folege.
FROM: Gene Tricoli edtricoli@peoplepc.com 08/09/05 1:08 PM Central
what kind of soil conditions determine the color of the hydranges flower?
FROM: Skeeter 08/09/05 10:58 AM Central
LIME LIGHT HYDRANGEA NOT BLOOMING:AUG 9TH,2005: Lime Light tends to bloom later than some of the other varieties. I live in Zone 5 and My Lime Light is just starting to bloom........It may not have gotten the spring feedings it needed, but if you feed it according to directions, of what ever blooming fertilizer you pick it still may bloom this year for you........I hope this helps and may all of your gardening adventures be good ones and keep those hydrangeas blooming.....Skeeter.......
FROM: Carol cjean123@yahoo.com 08/09/05 10:44 AM Central

FROM: Carol cjean123@yahoo.com 08/09/05 10:44 AM Central

FROM: Carol cjean123@yahoo.com 08/09/05 10:44 AM Central
The leaves on my hydrangea are turning yellow with brown spots and are falling off..what could be the problem? cp
FROM: Ann Arianne377@yahoo.com 08/09/05 10:01 AM Central
I am in zone 6, massachusetts. I purchased a 'Lime Light' Hydrangea and planted it in May in a shady spot. I added nutrients to the planting hole. Although it looks healthy and has grown, I haven't had any flowers at all. Is this normal for the first year? It was a 3 gallon size pot when I bought it. It is now about 3 ft. high and wide.Arianne
FROM: Curtis 08/08/05 7:54 PM Central
Iplanted my hydrangea around the middle of June. It seems to be doing well and needs watering every other day, due to the string of days with temps. above 90 degrees. The plant seems to be doing good and has some new growth coming out. I'm in zone 7b. Should I prune the plant this fall? And when should I fertilize the plant?
FROM: Anne 08/08/05 3:38 PM Central
I live in western Pennsylvania - Zone 6a. Last summer I planted 3 hybrid hydrangeas, one of them being "Mother Teresa'(white) and two others whose names escape me, but they bloom one red and one blue. All three varieties have blooms the color of which are not effected by the soil conditions. All died back to the ground during the winter and the new spring growth all came from the ground up. I have lush green growth of leaves but very few blooms. Some individual plants did not produce even 1 bloom. They are all planted in very bright shade with about 1 hour direct sun. Can anyone tell me if these hybrids have any special requirements that could be effecting the lack of blooms? Thanks for your help.
FROM: Ruffin acopland@ft.newyorklife.com 08/08/05 1:59 PM Central
any sources in eastern or central Virginia for good quality hydrandgeas??? Zone 7....
FROM: Lyn lyn_spicer@hotmail.com 08/08/05 12:02 PM Central
I have white hydrangeas that are turning pink - what should I add to the soil to keep them white
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FROM: bonnie ellis bobellis9@juno.com 08/17/05 8:03 AM Central
I have noticed that my hydrangeas are not blooming for the past two years. I have not cut them back and they are in well drained soil. They are healthy and green but no blooms. One is located in a shaded area and the others are in sunny locations. Two smaller plants have had some blooms but the larger bushes have not had any. The variety I have problems is the large ball shaped that bloom in late summer through fall. Could you shed some light on my problem?
FROM: Susie Weinthal flatbush17@aol.com 08/15/05 8:35 PM Central
My hydrangeas were planted summer 04. They are perfectly healthy, with large leaves but did not flower. What can I do for next year.
FROM: Susan Perrone scp255@sbcglobal.net 08/15/05 5:33 PM Central
To Anna Eels, As far as I know Annabelles like the lighting conditions that yours has right now -- morning sun and afternoon shade. For further information regarding transplanting, pruning, etc. please consult www.hydrangeashydrangeas.com/annabelle.html
FROM: Susan Perrone scp255@sbcglobal.net 08/15/05 5:02 PM Central
Marie, Regarding your question about your transplanted hydrangea -- No, do not cut it back this fall/winter. Keep an eye on it in the spring -- if a hard frost is predicted after the bush has begun to leaf out be sure to protect it or the flower buds can freeze and the bush will fail to bloom.
FROM: Susan Perrone scp255@sbcglobal.net 08/15/05 4:59 PM Central
Peg, the most common reasons for the failure of hydrangeas to bloom is either improper pruning or a late freeze that occurs after the hydrangea begins to "leaf out" in the spring. A poorly timed pruning can result in the accidental removal of flower buds that have already been set on the bush. A spring freeze can also kill these tender buds. Did you prune the bush last fall or this spring? Do you recall if you had a late, killing frost once the bush began to leaf out in the spring? Either of these reasons could be why you are not getting an abundance of blooms on your hydrangea.
FROM: Susan Perrone scp255@sbcglobal.net 08/15/05 4:41 PM Central
Karen, We have several different varities of hydrangeas in our yard and also have a few wild bunnies that live in the brush to the rear of our property. The bunnies come out all the time and although they have munched on some things in our yard they have never touched our hydrangeas. I think you are probably safe. Good luck.
FROM: karen karen@canadiancartridge.com 08/15/05 2:01 PM Central
"Pesky Rabbits". I have just purchased 15 Annabelle Hydrangea shrubs without thinking that we have a yard full of wild rabbits. We live in the country. Will rabbits eat these shrubs and if so what can I do?
FROM: Peg pegbrunton@hotmail.com 08/15/05 1:51 PM Central
We are in Buffalo,NY..our hydrangeas (2) are about 6 yrs. old..the greens are HUGE, there are only 3 flowers located down under the greens...they are in full sunlight..HELP,please
FROM: may jackson yamyam@ntlworld.com 08/15/05 1:07 PM Central
i have hydrangea in garden it is now getting lots of white spots on leaves can it be treated.
FROM: may jackson yamyam@ntlworld.com 08/15/05 1:05 PM Central
i have hydrangea in garden.it is now getting lots of white spots on leaves can it be treated
FROM: Katherine kitkat@bnedbroadband.com 08/15/05 12:25 PM Central
Hi, I am just starting out with hyd. and would like to ask some general questions. I am getting cuttings from some very nice people on this site, so if theya ll make it and root, I want to know what is the best care for them. I live in Oregon. The area I live in is very warm,high 80's to the low 100's at times. We have very littel in the way of humidity. I was going to plant these little guys in the shade, but I am now thinking that is not a good idea because from what I ahve seen, they need to have about a half days sun.Any advice would be greately appreciated. Also, what do you do to the soil to make hydrangeas turn or stay red ? haven't managed to find anything on that topic.
FROM: Anne 08/15/05 10:36 AM Central
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FROM: Dan Listermann dan@listermann.com 12/01/05 4:10 PM Central
We are going to rebuild our porch. We have a hydranga that belonged to my grandmother there. Do we need to transplant it or can we just cut it back to ground level for the construction over the winter? We are in Cincinnati - zone 6.
FROM: Denise jandguth@peoplepc.com 11/30/05 12:11 PM Central
Hi, How do I determine what variety of Hydrangea I have recieved as a gift. It looks like a big leaf and has bloomed blue- but flower heads turned green after time and watering indoors with alkaline water. It started to bloom again- bright blue- but was neglected by house sitter and di not mature for observation. I love this plant and it is growing fine indoors- have left dried bloom heads on planat since someone said it needed this to absorb aluminum when planted outdoors in our alkaline soil. We are generally in zone 9- need to know what variety it is to adjust pruning and other care. Thanks
FROM: J Seaber jseaber@nc.rr.com 11/30/05 11:45 AM Central
When do I prune Everlasting Summer hydrangas
FROM: jeanne jacowhey@aol.com 11/28/05 7:07 PM Central
I planted one from a pot last year - it grew this year but no flowers - we have reached the frost season now - should I cut it back - cut the leaves off, any advise helpful- thanks
FROM: Eve Morse 11/27/05 3:59 PM Central
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FROM: Diane 11/27/05 1:27 PM Central
I have some "hot poker" plants and would like to know if I need to do anything to winterize the plants. I live in Washington state, we don't have a lot of snow but it doez freeze. Should I cut the foliage back?
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FROM: Judy 11/26/05 10:28 AM Central
Is there a single good source to go to to learn which hydrangea need which sort of pruning? I have just planted many diffferent types in a new yard and now wonder which to prune when. Ilive on the edget of zone 6-7 in the NC mountains.
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FROM: JEFFREY M BARISH JANDJMAM@OPTONLINE.NET 11/26/05 8:52 AM Central
I LIVE IN NEW YORK AND HAVE SOME VERY COLD WINTERS! I HAVE PLANTED HYDRANGEA MAC 'FOREVER PINK' IN GROUPS OF THREE AND WANT TO KNOW WHEN AND IF I CUT THEM FLUSH TO THE GROUND.I ASK THE LOCALS AND THEY DO NOT HAVE A CLUE.
FROM: �� &#ut 150 miles from home scranton pa. area and 90 percent of my plants have blooms every year if people within this area need help with thier blue hyd. i am just starting to cut all i ask is that you share your blooms with me i use them for drying have been doing it for 12 years i also take care of pgs i am going to try to post pitchers of some of my work tuesday my pgs are beautiful this year also i will tell you how to trim your pgs jim/mossmt @ptd.net
FROM: pete panto@mindspring.com 09/04/05 7:24 PM Central
my hyd watered. It is also very humid here. Please help.
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FROM: Cara lunazulaz@yahoo.com 09/24/05 2:43 PM Central
IMy varigated hydrangea has developed a bad case of rust. I live in zone 10, southeast Arizona. the plant is in a pot and pretty much full sun. It gets water in the pre-dawn hours and then again late in the afternoon after the sun goes down behind the mountains. It was doing great and blooming beautifully until after monsoon. I ignorantly deadheaded 2 blooms and new foliage began to grow. The rust has progressed and looks pretty bad. I have a number of bonsai and don't want to risk them, but don't want to just trash this little beauty except as a last resort.I would appreciate any help possible on this matter. Thanks.
FROM: 09/23/05 11:54 AM Central
i planted an endless summer this year, it is located on the south/west corner, was doing well, no blooms yet but these dark brownish/purple dots started appearing on the leaves, it is not drying up or anything and still leafing out. Can anyone help?
FROM: Colleen colleen.farrell@comcast.net 09/22/05 3:16 PM Central
Right off the bat, I know nothing about gardening of any sort, but I do know that I have a big beautiful blue hydrangea that looks just like the one featured on this site in my back yard and I'd like to move it to the front of my house. Sunlight is the same - pretty much constant. It has done very well in its location, but it has to be moved out since my yard is being dug up. I'd rather showcase it in front than lose it altogether. It was there when I moved in four years ago, so I don't know how old it is. I live in zone 6a I believe ( a south shore suburb of Boston, Mass.) with very acidic, dry soil. I hope this is even possible this time of year - it is about to go from 80 degrees out to about 65. How do I know how wide around to dig even?
FROM: Howell Heald hheald1549@yahoo.com 09/22/05 8:48 AM Central
When do I prune my Snowball hydrangea?
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FROM: raymond Tessier RTessier@WCMH.org 09/21/05 10:02 AM Central
I'm wondering if I should cut back my hydrengeas. This is the first year I have them and I'v seen the,m grt really tall and mine are 18" high. Thanks
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