Recognizing and remedying iron deficiency in hydrangeas

How to combat iron deficiency in hydrangeas?

If an iron deficiency is detected in the hydrangea, you should not wait too long, as the plant may die after some time. Fast intervention reduces the amount of work immensely. A appropriate iron supplement sets the Deficiency symptoms in hydrangeas usually a quick end. Gentle and ecological means with a high iron content are best suited. A homemade iron fertilizer for hydrangeas supplies the plant with important nutrients. This is mixed into the plant soil. The process may have to be repeated several times. The treatment with the iron fertilizer does not damage your plant.

Why are hydrangeas affected by iron deficiency?

The texture of the soil

is crucial to the health of hydrangeas. If this is not optimal, diseases and deficiency symptoms occur. The lack of iron prevents the formation of new chlorophyll and thus causes a yellow discoloration of the leaves. The hydrangea can then no longer absorb the iron it needs and gradually withers away. Calcareous soils are unsuitable for hydrangeas because they hardly provide any iron.

How to prevent iron deficiency in hydrangeas?

Around hydrangeas to protect against a harmful iron deficiency, you should Check the soil from time to time. The pH of the soil must not be too high, as this favors a possible iron deficiency. You should therefore measure this regularly. Acidic soil is essential for plant health and should be maintained. A regular Fertilizing the hydrangea is particularly advisable to strengthen the plant in the long term.