BloomStruck hydrangeas produce large three to five-inch diameter, mophead-style flower heads with attractive reddish-purple branches and dark-green leaves. This fast-growing plant can be planted in spring or fall. Hydrangeas are toxic to humans,cats, dogs, and horses. BloomStruck Hydrangea Care This plant requires little maintenance if you are not fussy about flower color. Pruning is usually not necessary other than removing dead, diseased, or winter-damaged branches. BloomStruck hydrangeas are suitable for summertimehedgesbecause they adorn the yard with excellent color when in bloom....

Blue Atlas cedars are best grown in full or partial sun with well-drained, acidic soil. These trees require temperatures found in USDA hardiness zones 6 to 9. Blue Atlas Cedar Care Blue Atlas cedars are low-maintenance trees. That this tree should be planted in a spot that boasts a deep and wide swath of soil. Its roots run deep, and its branches are quite expansive. It will need room to grow, or its size will suffer....

It is drought tolerant and grows in USDA plant hardiness zones 4 to 8. Unlike some other plants grown as ornamental grasses,F. glaucais a fast-growing, true perennial, a member of thePoaceaefamily. The Spruce / K. Dave It’s best to plant blue fescue seed in the early spring or late summer. Blue Fescue Care Blue fescue can be relatively maintenance-free by following a few key steps. Mulch helps to conserve moisture in the soil and suppress weed growth....

One isMeconopsis grandis,and the other isMeconopsis baileyi (also known asMeconopsis betonicifolia). This clump-forming perennial has strikingly unusual, delicate, blue, bowl-shaped flowers with yellow centers. These plants can’t survive if they are exposed to too much intense sunlight. The Spruce / K. Dave They prefer a partial shade position with bright but indirect light. Soil Blue poppies have very particular soil requirements. To thrive, they need a moist but well-drained key in that is rich inorganic matter....

Blue rug juniper is adrought-tolerant groundcoverand hardy evergreen with silvery-blue foliage that takes on a purplish tone in winter. It prefers bright, sunny, well-drained slopes where water runs off quickly. It craves good soil drainage but tolerates most types of soil, temperatures, and humidity levels. The Spruce / Autumn Wood The Spruce / Autumn Wood Blue Rug Juniper Care Blue rug juniper is a low-maintenance plant. These plants can tolerate shade and prefer protection from hot afternoon sun to prevent foliage burns....

This sizable species prefers partial sunlight, nutrient-rich soil, and warm temperatures, and it’s fairly drought-tolerant. For indoor lighting, place in an area with bright, indirect lighting for best results. Soil These vibrant flowers need rich soil like those found in the forest. The Spruce / K. Dave Adding some organic matter orcompostto your soil before planting will mimic this fertile environment. This will also help the soil to drain well and prevent problems with overwatering....

A delightful ground cover to use to create winding paths in your garden. It is impressively tolerant of extreme weather conditions and even tolerates short droughts once established. Individual plants reach full size in a single growing season and will begin extending runners in their second year. Soil ideally should be kept consistently moist if possible. Drought does not kill the plants, but it may cause them to go dormant....

This popular option also prefers medium indoor light and moist but well-draining soil. It can still survive in low light conditions, but its foliage will be sparser and less lush. Avoid prolonged periods of intense direct sunlight, which can burn this plants delicate leaves. The Spruce / Cori Sears Asoilless mixsuch as orchid bark mix is perfect. Water Like mostferns, the blue star fern appreciates consistent moisture. If you are usingorchid bark, you should water your plant using a soak-and-dry method....

The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova A member of the cypress family, this shrub is aconifer. The female cones are berry-like, with one seed. It tends to grow out rather than up. The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova Blue Star junipers feature bluish-tinged star foliage for a dramatic look. Junipers are aperfect bonsai starter plant. They can be used asedging plantsor ground covers for larger areas. The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova These plants can also be grown in containers....

The Spruce / Adrienne Legault Despite its name and appearance,blue-eyed grassis not a true grass. This eastern U.S. native perennial is often found in large colonies in moist meadow areas and along river banks. It prefers anacidic or neutral soil pHof 5.0 to 7.0. Very rich soil is not ideal for these plants and causes a lanky habit. Water Blue-eyed grass performs best in moist soils. It is best to water in the early morning hours....

An accidental hybrid ofC. mongholica,ithas since been bred to produce several popular cultivars. The compact size and soft gray foliage make bluebeard plants a good choice in any size garden. The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova Growing from neat low mounds, the narrow silvery-gray leaves resemble those of willow. Small, pale blue flowers cover the plant from midsummer into fall. They will tolerate some shade, although flowering will be somewhat reduced....

It can also be used in mixed shrub borders where larger hydrangeas might be overwhelming. The flowers are initially white but gradually turn pink, then deepen into purplish as fall approaches. Bobo is not one of those hydrangeas whose floral color is dependent on soil pH. The Spruce / Adrienne Legault If you want tomanipulate the color of your hydrangeas, grow a variety ofHydrangea macrophylla. Panicle hydrangeas are generally fast-growing shrubs, expanding as much as 25 inches per year....

Borage is somewhat gangly, but its star-shaped, hanging flowers steal the show. Borage is considered a good companion plant for tomatoes, squash, and strawberries. Its even supposed to deter tomato hornworms and improve the flavor of tomatoes growing nearby. The Spruce / Marie Iannotti Note that borage can be mildly toxic both to people and pets. Or, start seeds indoors three to four weeks before your area’s projected last frost....