Wide, dark green serrated leaves provide a lush background for the large.
Like most hydrangeas, these are fast-growing shrubs, averaging two feet or more per year.
Planting time is in the fall or early spring.
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Lacecap hydrangea is toxic to humans and is toxic to pets.
A site with morning sun and afternoon shade is ideal.
The foliage can become droopy, turn yellow, or scorch in full sun.
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If it feels dry to the touch, the hydrangea needs water.
Watering often with a light sprinkle does not benefit the plant because the water needs to reach the roots.
A best practice is water deeply at soil level and not as often.
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Avoid piling the mulch around the stems.
Some cultivars won’t survive the cold below Zone 6.
Fertilizer
Fertilizerwill definitely help boost growth.
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wise to apply a balanced fertilizer in the early spring according to product label directions.
you’re able to also blend organic compost into the soil each year.
Late-season growth is especially susceptible to winter damage.
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Like all big-leaf hydrangeas, lacecap hydrangea blooms on old growth.
Prune it right after it has bloomed in the summer.
Dead or diseased stems can be removed at any time of the year.Deadheadingspent flowers is optional.
Many gardeners leave the spent blooms intact for winter interest.
Propagating
Propagating lacecap hydrangeas is feasible but it is limited by two factors.
The other restriction is that propagation of trademarked cultivars is prohibited.
Fill the container with well-draining potting mix.
Hydrangeas grown in pots will need frequent watering to ensure they do not dry out.
A shortage of water is the main reason that a potted hydrangea dies.
Adequate spacing between plants and avoiding overhead watering can minimize the risk of a fungus spreading.
A heavy infestation might require the program ofneem oilorinsecticidal soap.
Some will even bloom into fall.
How Long Do Lacecap Hydrangea Blooms Last?
What Do Lacecap Hydrangea Flowers Look and Smell Like?
Hydrangeas do not have a fragrance.
Deadheading lacecap hydrangeas will make room for the next bloom.
Remove the spent flowers just below the flower head and above the next set of leaves.
Keep an eye out for these potential issues.
Yellow Leaves
Yellowing leaves can indicate overwatering, underwatering, or too much fertilizer.
Check water levels first.
If the soil is waterlogged, let it dry out.
If its clearly thirsty, give it a deep drink at the soil level.
Repeat every few days to allow the fertilizer to penetrate deeper into the soil away from roots.
Drooping Leaves
If leaves are dropping in midday, avoid the temptation to turn on the hose.
Browning Leaves
Brown spots on leavesmay be resulting from a fungal or bacterial disease.
Again, flush with water to remove an overload of fertilizer or aluminum sulfate salts.
Their flowerhead forms are different.
Mophead hydrangeas have globe-shaped blossoms whereas lacecap hydrangea have flattened flower heads.
The geographical designation is misleading because bigleaf hydrangeas are native to Japan, not France.
If well cared for, most hydrangea varieties will live for decades, even as long as 50 years.
North Carolina State University Extension.
