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Hydrangea Flower Care Tips |
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Names:
Hydrangea Flower. |
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Varieties:
Hydrangea macrophyha, which includes the mop heads and lace cap varieties, and Hydrangea paniculata, from which the cone-shaped variety is developed,The latter is sometimes referred to as a PeeGee or P.G. hydrangea (from paniculata grandiflora). |
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Colors:
Pale to intense shades of blue,
purple, pink, white, green,
and some deep burgundy shades.
Some varieties produce two-tone
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Scent:
None |
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Freshness:
Most of the Hydrangea flowers are open and firm to the touch. |
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Vase Life:
If conditioned properly, 5 to 7 days or longer. |
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Availability:
Summer into early fall. |
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Cost:
Moderately expensive. |
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Meaning:
Perseverance. |
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Arranging Tip:
These large
blossoms are wonderful
for creating a colorful
base for arrangements.The
flower acts as a big cushion,
holding other flowers in
place as you build your
arrangement. Hydrangeas
cut in the late summer and
fall may dry naturally,
holding their color and
shape. |
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Growing Tip:
Hydrangea flowers wilt easily
when cut. They benefit from
special
care and conditioning
for prolonged vase life.
Place the ends of the stems
in boiling water, being
careful to protectthe blossoms
from the steam. Place the
boiled end, approximately
1 inch, into powdered alum
(available at most grocery
stores). Gently tap the
excess powder from the stem
ends and place in deep,
cool water. Drape the top
of the blossoms with a cold
wet cloth, keeping the cloth
moist by misting frequently
during the conditioning
period — about four
hours. This helps harden
the blossoms. |
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