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.
Light
BloomStruck hydrangeas grow best inpart shade.
In northern climates, hydrangeas can tolerate full sun if the soil remains evenly moist.
Otherwise, grow them in filtered sun or partial shade.
Soil
Soil pH determines flower color.
Enrich the soil (and improve its drainage simultaneously) by mixing in generous amounts of decomposedorganic matter.
Average water means about one inch of water per week.
But, water only when the soil is dry.Overwatering can inhibit blooming.Mulchingwill help the soil retain its moisture.
Hydrangeas prefer average to high humidity.
Fertilizer
Hydrangeas like fertile soil; enrich the growing medium annually with compost or manure tea.
Too much nitrogen can result in lush foliage but fewer blooms.
Types of Endless Summer Hydrangeas
The Endless Summer brand includes BloomStruck and four other hydrangeas.
They have been bred to produce buds and flower on old stems and the current year’s new stems.
They are valued for their ability to re-bloom all summer long, a behavior also known as remontant.
You should always remove stems that are dead, damaged, or diseased.
Propagating BloomStruck Hydrangea
As a trademarked cultivar, propagating BloomStruck hydrangeas for sale is prohibited.
However, most hydrangeas are easy topropagate from cuttings.
The best time to propagate is in the early fall.
This plant will not be harmed when you take cuttings.
you’re free to root cuttings in soil or water.
Remove the bottom leaves up to the waterline.
It might take much longer than rooting in soilabout two months or so.
Replenish the water to maintain the same waterline every few days.
Change the water every 10 to 14 days.
Once the roots are one- to two- inches long, it’s ready to pot in well-draining potting soil.
Terracotta pots work well because these porous pots absorb water, promoting a hospitable growing environment for hydrangeas.
To repot a hydrangea, choose a pot that is one or two sizes larger than the current pot.
Use a pot that has a wide, flat base because hydrangeas can get top-heavy.
Aphidsare the biggest insect problem.
Inspect the undersides of the leaves faithfully in case aphids find their way to your plants.
Spray withneem oilas soon as you detect the presence of aphids.
Since they rebloom all summer, you’re able to safely cut some stems without harming your plant.
But, be extra careful when pruning.
Hydrangeas begin forming the buds for next year’s blooms shortly after blooming.
Sometimes you could mistakenly prune off next year’s blooms.
Over-pruning is a common reason why BloomStruck hydrangeas don’t bloom.
you’re able to deadhead after flowers fade to encourage new buds.
Common Problems With BloomStruck Hydrangea
Hydrangeas look like fussy plants; however, appearances are deceiving.
It does not need water.
Water management will be your best line of treatment and defense.
If the soil is too soggy, let the soil dry out for a few days.
Plants grown in containers dry out more quickly than plants in the ground.
If you have a potted plant, remove it from the container and look at its root system.
Move the plant to a shadier spot to protect it from the sun’s harsh rays.
Browning Leaves
If you seebrown spots, this can indicate a fungal or bacterial disease.
Your plant’s roots could have been burned with too much or direct contact with fertilizer.
In that case, flush the soil with water to remove any extra fertilizer or aluminum sulfate salts.
The color of the flowers will range from reddish in alkaline soil to violet-blue in acidic soil.
Add lime to the soil to achieve a more alkaline soil for more reddish blooms.
If you want blue flowers, add aluminum sulfate toacidify the soil.
For purple flowers, maintain a pH level between the two.
Toxic Plants.University of California.
Hydrangea.ASPCA
Hydrangea Watering Tips.Endless Summer Blooms
Spring Pruning Endless Summer.Endless Summer Blooms
Hydrangea Winter Checklist.Endless Summer Blooms
