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How to grow and care for Hydrangea macrophylla

plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Hydrangea macrophylla, Lacecap hydrangea, Hortensia

Hydrangea macrophylla 101 - Plant Care Instructions

Bright indirect light

18C° ~25C°

Every 10 days

water

How to water Hydrangea macrophylla

How often should I water?

check Hydrangea macrophylla Every 10 days if it needs water when it’s very cold (below 5℃), water less frequently

When do I need to water?

the top 2-3 inches of soil is dry

Signs that it really needs water

Leaf drooping, wilting, wrinkled

When is the Dormant period?

it goes into dormancy in the Winter. during the period, 1.5~2x the watering interval you use in the warm season.

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Light & Location

How much light does a Hydrangea macrophylla need?

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Bright indirect light

Grow light

Light preference

Hydrangea macrophylla likes Bright indirect light, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.

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This plant prefers
2K ~ 10K lux to thrive!

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20K~

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10K

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Temperature

Natural habitat

-15

-12~35℃

45

Houseplants

-15

18~25℃

45

Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Hydrangea macrophylla at home, make sure the temperature is 18~25℃.

Humidity

Ideal humidity

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40~70%

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Hydrangea macrophylla prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.

Fertilize

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When should I fertilize?

Only when your plant is healthy

How frequently should I fertilize?

1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.

Characteristic

Characteristic NameCharacteristic Value
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HabitatJapan

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