How To Look After My Hydrangea. Prune bigleaf hydrangeas H. When pruning hydrangea care should be taken not to tear the stems which can damage the plant.
Prune bigleaf hydrangeas H. Remove leaves from stems and hang upside down in a warm dry dark airy room. Water your plants at the base rather than on the leaves to help.
Changing the color of the flower If you are going to grow mophead hydrangeas one of the most exciting secrets is that by caring for the soil composition you can change the color of the flowers.
Pink and blue bigleaf hydrangeas change color depending on the soil pH level. Blooms on new wood so can be pruned in autumn or very early in spring. Use dried hydrangea flowers to create a wreath or other decorations around the house. Water your plants at the base rather than on the leaves to help.