Hydrangea care is simple once you know what these beautiful shrubs need to thrive. Hydrangeas are one of summer’s great showstoppers, bursting into bloom with big, billowy heads in shades of blue, pink, purple and pure white. They bring a soft, romantic feel to garden beds and borders and their long-lasting blooms make stunning cut flowers for the home. Alongside classic mopheads and lacecaps, newer varieties now available in Australia, such as the tough ‘Endless Summer’ range and compact forms ideal for small spaces, offer improved colour, repeat flowering and excellent heat tolerance.
Choose the right hydrangea
With mopheads, lacecaps, compact forms and repeat flowering varieties, there is a hydrangea to suit every garden. The ‘Endless Summer’ range is especially tough, colourful and reliable.
Hydrangea care: Pick the best planting position
Plant hydrangeas in a spot with early morning sun and afternoon shade. This balance prevents heat stress while still encouraging abundant flowering.
Mulch well for moisture and cool roots
Mulch generously with The Garden Family Sugar Cane Mulch or Tea Tree Mulch to conserve moisture, keep roots cool and help plants stay hydrated through summer.
Enjoy long lasting summer blooms
Hydrangeas are flowering beautifully right now, which makes it the perfect time to enjoy their colour in the garden or bring them indoors as fresh cut flowers.
Visit your local garden centre
With hydrangeas in peak bloom and a good understanding of hydrangea care needs, now is the ideal time to visit your local garden centre and pick a colour you love.
Click here to see how different types of hydrangeas contribute to the garden ecosystem.
