Color:

Hydrangea

Hydrangea macrophylla

Shrub

Popular

Hydrangea Family

Large, showy flower clusters (mopheads or lacecaps). Color changes based on soil pH. Lush, romantic appearance. Can be dried for lasting arrangements. Popular in wedding florals.

Bloom Season

Summer, Fall

Habitat

Temperate

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Perfect For

WeddingSympathy

Care & Vase Life

Stays fresh for 5 to 10 days

when properly cared for

Hydrangeas love water - change daily

Mist the blooms with water

Dip wilted blooms in cold water to revive

Cut stems and scrape the bottom 2 inches

Extremely thirsty - mist blooms and submerge heads in water if wilting

Recut stems and crush ends

Change water daily

May need rehydration

Fragrance Profile

No Scent

Hydrangeas have virtually no scent

Safety Information

Toxic to Cats

Toxic to Dogs

Toxic to Humans

All parts contain cyanogenic glycosides. Can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and lethargy if ingested by pets or children.

Fun Facts

Hydrangea flower color depends on soil pH - acidic soil = blue, alkaline = pink

You can change flower colors by adjusting soil acidity

Each flower head contains hundreds of tiny flowers

Hydrangeas symbolize gratitude and heartfelt emotions in Japan

Origin & History

Native to Asia & Americas

Hydrangeas are native to Asia and the Americas. They have been cultivated in Japan for centuries and hold special significance in Japanese culture, representing gratitude and apology. European explorers brought them west in the 18th century.