“Flower of the Day Challenge

I am starting this Monday off with one of my favorite flowers. So glad it survived the storm we had this weekend….. Lisa

This bush is right outside the front window at home.

Hydrangea is a genus of 70–75 species of flowering plants native to Asia and the Americas. By far the greatest species diversity is in eastern Asia, notably Korea, China, and Japan. Most are shrubs 1 to 3 meters tall, but some are small trees, and others lianas reaching up to 30 m by climbing up trees

Most hydrangeas thrive in rich, porous, somewhat moist soils. Add compost to enrich poor soil. They prefer full sun in the morning, with some afternoon shade; however, many will grow and bloom in partial shade.

What determines the color of a hydrangea?Generally speaking, acidic soil, with a pH lower than 6.0, yields blue or lavender-blue hydrangea blooms. Alkaline soil, with a pH above 7.0, promotes pinks and reds. With a pH between 6 and 7, the blooms turn purple or bluish-pink. … Remember: the pH of the soil determines the bloom color.

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4 thoughts on ““Flower of the Day Challenge

    1. We pretty much missed the storm when it turned. We only got a little rain and wind and work up to this site. Stay safe-

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