Question: We were given a blue hydrangea as a gift and told it needs special soil to remain this color. What should I do? Answer: Keep the soil acidic and you should have continuing blue hydrangea ...

From the questions I receive about hydrangeas, I have concluded they have become one of the most popular plants in this area, and growing one specific color is important to some gardeners. Some want ...

It’s a popular piece of garden folklore: Coffee grounds will change the color of hydrangea blooms, making them the dramatic blue many gardeners covet. The truth is more complicated, according to a ...

I have a hydrangea and would like to know how to make it bloom blue flowers. — Kathy Newman, Gretna Hydrangeas are exceptional plants in that the color of their flowers can change depending on the ...

Q: I have a row of blue hydrangeas but a couple of them bloomed purplish pink this year. How do I make them go back to blooming blue? A: Changes in soil pH cause certain types of hydrangeas to change ...

Hydrangeas are among the most loved ornamental plants in gardens across the world, admired for their large, globe-shaped ...

Hydrangea macrophylla (Bigleaf Hydrangea): This variety is most commonly affected by soil pH. It includes both Mophead and Lacecap types. The color change is most dramatic in these hydrangeas.

Hydrangeas are a popular choice among gardeners and can fill a front or back yard with an abundance of beautiful blooms. Their bold flower heads in blues, pinks and whites look stunning in cottage and ...

Spring breathes new life into gardens after the winter chill, making it the perfect season to introduce vibrant plants for a pop of color. Hydrangeas are an excellent pick, with their eye-catching ...

Changing hydrangea flower color with coffee grounds is a popular garden hack that could do more harm than good. It’s a popular piece of garden folklore: Coffee grounds will change the color of ...