Getting hydrangeas used to the sun

AT A GLANCE

How to get used to hydrangeas to the sun?

hydrangeas must slow get used to the sun. At first they are only exposed to the morning sun. The period is extended daily. The hydrangea must spend the rest of the day in the shade, otherwise it will burn and die.

Can the hydrangea tolerate a lot of sun once it has acclimated?

After the acclimatization, the hydrangea can tolerate a little more sunlight than usual, but you should still plant it not in the sun for too long leave. The leaves and the flowers burn very quickly. This leads to long-term damage to the hydrangea. Therefore, ensure a location in the penumbra. This should also be protected from the wind, since the hardy hydrangeas cannot withstand prolonged gusts of wind. Neighboring plants such as trees or shrubs protect the plant.

Which hydrangea species do not need to be accustomed to the sun?

Most Hydrangeas don't like sun and prefer a shady spot to grow and bloom. Yet there is three different ways, which can tolerate direct sunlight. These varieties are known by the following names:

snowball hydrangea
oak leaf hydrangea
panicle hydrangea

These species do not need to be acclimated to the sun. The Hydrangeas keep out the heat in the summer months and thus also the midday sun. However, be sure to water your plants at least once a day to prevent them from drying out. On hot days, the hydrangea should be watered in the morning and evening.

Does the hydrangea tolerate fertilizer while getting used to the sun?

While acclimating to direct sunlight the hydrangea also tolerates fertilizers. However, make sure that you use gentle and environmentally friendly means. The Fertilizing the hydrangea should be done at least once a week. This provides your plant with important minerals and nutrients. She needs this to survive the procedure unscathed.

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