Hydrangeas are flowers decorating pastel gardens. Although these flowers look very gorgeous, they sometimes grow or quickly disappear. Find out what care errors may not die.
These flowers delight the eye throughout the summer, and some varieties of hydrangeas are also autumn. Hydrangea comes in a variety of colors – from white to blue, pink or purple. If you grow these flowers, it is definitely worth knowing all the reasons why this flower does not want to grow and bloom.
Why don’t hydrangea bloom?
- The most common cause is the wrong place for hydrangea because this plant prefers sunny or partial areas in the shade. In addition, the ground should be slightly acidic as it depends on the color of the inflorescences. Hydrangeas are recommended to be planted in soil with a pH of 4.5 to 6.5.
- Lack of sunlight is also a common reason why hydrangea does not bloom. Hydrangea, which lacks light, grows unevenly. That is why it needs to be transplanted to a place that will be illuminated 4-6 hours a day.
- Nutrient deficiency adversely affects the development of hydrangea. These flowers must be provided with nitrogen, sulfur and magnesium. It is best to choose natural, home -made fertilizers.
- Another factor that causes hydrangea does not bloom is improper pruning. Last year’s branches grow new flowers that are formed in the fall. That is why it is important to prune the hydrangea properly. This is best done in the spring or after the flowering period. It is worth adding that only old inflorescences and dry shoots are removed.
- Hydrangea hates drafts. Strong and cold wind can break them and stop inflorescence growth.
- An important element of hydrangea care is proper watering, which should be regular. It is very important that the land is not too dry and not too wet. It is very important to water the hydrangeas in June – August, when the risk of drought is at risk. The land of this plant should be slightly moist.
- Cold protection effectively protects buds from exhaustion. If the temperature drops below 0 degrees Celsius, cover the plant with non -woven material. If the hydrangea is grown in a pot, it is sufficient to bring it home, the basement or garage.
- Pest attacks are as dangerous as poor care.
- When fertilizing hydrangeas, it is important to follow the golden mean. If these plants get too much nutrients, it will encourage the growth of leaves instead of flowers. Fertilizer is usually enough to use once a season – early spring.
- Hydrangea age is also of great importance, as very young or old plant does not bloom very abundantly.
Environmental changes and stress are another important reason
Hydrangeas are quite sensitive to changes in the environment. Sudden temperature fluctuations, unexpected transplantation or space change can cause stress to the plant, which may cause hydrangea to temporarily cease to grow rings or not to unfold them at all. If you are planning to transplant hydrangea, it is best to do in early spring, before the beginning of vegetation, or in the fall, when the plant finishes bloom. This reduces the risk of stress and the roots have time to adapt to a new place. In addition, it is important to avoid changes in a sudden increase in fertilizer or watering schedule – all care should be gradually adapted and consistent.
Nuotraukos @canva, @freepik
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