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 ...

Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at [email protected]. I have a pink hydrangea and would like to know how to make it bloom ...

Hydrangeas are one of the only types of flowers that can change color. The change in hue happens in response to the availability of aluminum. These gorgeous landscaping plants are like pH alarms for ...

Learn the best tricks to make hydrangeas bloom more throughout the summer and into fall. Reviewed by Joseph Tychonievich Most gardeners plant a hydrangea shrub for one reason: Those big, showy flowers ...

I have a pink hydrangea and would like to know how to make it bloom blue flowers. — Andrew Landry Hydrangeas are exceptional in that the color of their flowers can change depending on the availability ...

Bigleaf hydrangeas thrive in morning sun, afternoon shade, and moist, well-drained soil. Regular fertilization and watering are crucial for healthy growth and blooms. Prune after flowering, but avoid ...

It turns out it is easy to add more colour to your garden as can make hydrangeas a brighter and vibrant pink if simply make one simple change to the soil. Hydrangeas are known for their big, fluffy ...

Hydrangeas are renowned for their stunning, voluminous flowers that bloom vibrantly in the summer, and changing their colour is surprisingly straightforward, allowing you to add variety to your garden ...

SEATTLE — One of the most popular shrubs in Northwest gardens is Hydrangea. There are quite a number of varieties to choose from and new incredibly beautiful ones are showing up at nurseries every day ...

Q: I have a large hydrangea shrub in my yard, but it never blooms. I usually cut this back every year in the fall, when it loses it leaves. Do you think this could be the reason why it does not bloom?

Hydrangeas have specific pruning needs and those differ among different varieties. Here's how to know what type of hydrangea you have and when to cut it back for winter.

Before going any further, we should mention that not all hydrangeas are capable of changing color. The ones with this ability include some Bigleaf hydrangeas (H. macrophylla)—especially Mophead and ...