Flower care / Hydrangea
Hydrangea care
Hydrangeas are generous, full-headed blooms in soft blues, pinks, whites and greens — a single stem can fill a vase on its own.
Season
June–October
Vase life
Moderate
Sourcing
Seasonal
Difficulty
Moderate
How to care for them
Re-cut the woody stems at a sharp angle and give them a long, deep drink. Hydrangeas take up water through their petals too, so a mist helps.
Common questions
Often yes: re-cut and float the whole head in cool water for half an hour to rehydrate it.