Hydrangeas Are Having a Stellar Year—Here’s What to Know

If you didn’t know already, hydrangeas are having a fabulous year. All over the Northeast, you will find hydrangeas that are blooming better and bigger this summer. But why exactly? And how can you make sure yours are looking just as great as your next door neighbor’s?

We’ve got you covered. Read on to find out more about what conditions are making hydrangeas so spectacular this year and how to make your own look even better.

Why Are Hydrangeas Blooming Better This Year?

The reason hydrangeas look even better than usual this year is all because of the weather and climate pattern we experienced over the winter season.

While this winter wasn’t exactly a white wonderland, it allowed for the perfect habitat for hydrangeas to flourish. The lack of snow and freezing temperatures allowed the hydrangea buds to be able to hold on longer and flourish later on than usual in the summer season.

Another reason these beauties won’t stop growing? The amount of rainfall the northeast had over last summer and fall. This ensured the soil was perfect for hydrangeas to last longer and bloom even fuller.

Hydrangeas are a fairy resilient plant anyway, so it makes sense they are having their time to shine this year.

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How Can You Help Your Hydrangea Blossom Even More?

These lovely gems of a flower love moist soil. To ensure your soil has just the right amount of hydration, make sure to water hydrangeas deeply several times per week. And remember, don’t water the blooms, just water the soil where the base of the plant is. This will encourage root growth too.

Another way to help your colorful hydrangeas thrive even more is to keep them out of intense sunlight. They prefer some shade, without being totally covered up by the sun. Too much sun will cause the blooms to droop and fall off.

More Tips and Tricks for Your Hydrangeas This Season

A really important thing to keep in mind is to make sure your soil isn’t soggy. Make sure that your soil has a good drainage system, because soggy soil will cause the roots of your plants to slowly rot. Adding more mulch near your hydrangeas will also ensure the soil is moist and cooler.

If you notice that your blooms are wilting more than they are thriving, try watering them in the early morning between 6 am and 10 am, before the sun reaches its peak temperatures. You can also use something like gardeners tape to support the hydrangea stems from wilting or falling over. If you have planted them in a sunny area, you may want to move them to a spot in your yard where there’s a little more shade.

Lastly, if you find that some of your blooms are turning brown or becoming brittle and dry, simply prune those dying branches or stems to make sure your blooms are healthy and happy. Say hello to the blue, pink, and purple hues of hydrangeas this summer, and goodbye to wilted and sad looking blooms.