Use and Care Manual

Endless Summer

hydrangeas are minimal-maintenance shrubs that bring color to your garden all

summer long. Consider these guidelines to set yourself up for truly spectacular blooms all season

long, year after year.

PRUNING:

• When in doubt, don’t prune!

• In late spring or early summer, only cut back to

the green – only trim what didn’t survive winter.

• Only deadhead spent blooms in summer; do not

prune beyond the ower to maximize rebloom

potential.

• DO NOT PRUNE IN FALL!

• Protect old growth in winter, especially on

newly-planted shrubs.

FERTILIZING:

• The right amount of fertilizer supports maximized

blooms.

• Balanced 10-10-10 or high phosphorus, slow-release

bloom-boosting fertilizer recommended.

• Following package directions, apply in spring as

leaves emerge.

• Apply again in summer as you deadhead rst blooms

to support rebloom.

WATERING:

• Water when the soil feels dry down to second knuckle.

• Hydrangeas prefer evenly moist soil, but not too wet

or dried out.

• Overwatering pushes oxygen from soil and

reduces owers.

• Soak thoroughly infrequently versus regular

light watering.

• Plants may wilt in afternoon heat/sun; allow it to

bounce back in evening or overnight. If it bounces

back, leave it. If it’s still wilted, soak thoroughly.

BloomStruck

Blushing Bride

TOP 5 TIPS TO

MAXIMIZE BLOOMS

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TOP 5 TIPS TO MAXIMIZE BLOOMS Endless Summer® hydrangeas are minimal-maintenance shrubs that bring color to your garden all summer long. Consider these guidelines to set yourself up for truly spectacular blooms all season long, year after year. PRUNING: • When in doubt, don’t prune! • I n late spring or early summer, only cut back to the green – only trim what didn’t survive winter. •O nly deadhead spent blooms in summer; do not prune beyond the flower to maximize rebloom potential.
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TOP 5 TIPS TO MAXIMIZE BLOOMS SUN EXPOSURE: •M orning sun, dappled afternoon shade is rule of thumb. • In warmer climates, be sure to have at least dappled shade by midday. • In cooler climates, additional sun can be tolerated but avoid full sun. Summer Crush® SOIL: •W ell-draining soil is ideal. •A void overly sandy soil, which causes water and nutrients to drain. •A void clay, which can retain too much water and reduce blooms. •A mend as needed, primarily with organic materials.