If you want seriously impressive summer hydrangea blooms, this is how to fertilize them now

To ensure your hydrangeas produce impressive blooms in the summer, proper fertilization during the growing season is crucial. Here’s a detailed guide on how to fertilize them effectively:

  1. Know Your Hydrangea Type

Different hydrangea species (like Hydrangea macrophylla, Hydrangea paniculata, or Hydrangea arborescens) have slightly different needs. For example:
• Bigleaf hydrangeas (H. macrophylla): Thrive with balanced fertilizers but are sensitive to over-fertilization.
• Panicle hydrangeas (H. paniculata): Benefit from higher phosphorus content for abundant blooms.
• Smooth hydrangeas (H. arborescens): Are less picky but still benefit from periodic feeding.

2.When to Fertilize

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