Hydrangea Care Tips

The hydrangea, also known by its botanical name Hydrangea, accompanies us through the summer in a wide variety of colours. At the start of the season, hydrangeas are delicate and sensitive and available in light shades. The longer the season lasts and the closer autumn approaches, the more robust the hydrangea becomes and the darker and stronger the colours are – the two-coloured blooms are particularly beautiful and special in autumn.

With ideal care, hydrangeas stay fresh for up to 7 days. They are among the more delicate cut flowers – the later in the season, the longer they last.

In the following care tips, we show you what contributes to ideal care and good longevity, and thus to lasting enjoyment.

1. Choosing a vase for hydrangeas

Choose a large, tall vase. The vase must be clean. It is important that at least 2/3 of the stems are in the vase.

For the long-stemmed hydrangeas from Tom Flowers, we recommend the TF Vase Medium.

2. Hydrangeas need plenty of water

Fill the chosen vase with hand-warm water to at least 2/3, or so that the stems stand in water up to just below the leaves.

You can dissolve the enclosed flower food in the water.

3. Removing leaves

Remove the leaves so that at most the top 2-3 shoots remain. The remaining leaves must not protrude into the water, so it is better to remove one leaf too many. Leaves protruding into the water cause the entire flower to rot.

 

4. Cutting hydrangeas correctly

Cut the hydrangeas with a sharp knife or the TF flower scissors at an angle, about 5 cm and as long as possible. This way, the somewhat foam-like surface within the stem is as large as possible. This allows the hydrangea to absorb water optimally.

5. No sun, heat or fruit

Avoid placing the hydrangeas in direct sunlight, in a location that is too warm, or near fruit.

Hydrangeas need regular care

Cut the hydrangeas fresh every two days and change the water. Wilted leaves can easily be removed individually so that they do not affect the others.

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Tips & Tricks for hydrangeas

How long do fresh hydrangeas last?

Hydrangeas stay fresh for between 5 and 10 days. The closer it gets to autumn, the longer they last.

How do you cut hydrangeas correctly in the vase?

Hydrangeas in the vase should be cut at an angle with a sharp knife. The cut surface should be as large as possible, especially the foam-like surface. This ensures optimal water absorption.

Why should hydrangeas not be placed next to fruit?

Never place your hydrangeas next to a bowl of fruit. Ripe fruit releases ethylene – a gas that causes premature wilting.

Why should hydrangeas not be placed in the sun?

Never place hydrangeas in direct sun. Otherwise the flowers evaporate more water than they can absorb through the stem and dry out within a short time. Direct sunlight is not good for them.

Why should the leaves not protrude into the water?

Leaves that protrude into the water encourage the formation of bacteria in the water. These in turn attack the cut flowers, which begin to wilt more quickly.

Which water temperature is ideal for hydrangeas in the vase?

For hydrangeas in the vase, we recommend cold water.

Can hydrangeas be dried?

The summer hydrangeas in delicate colours are not suitable for drying. The autumn hydrangeas, however, are all the more so! The colours that mostly bloom in autumn, such as Limegreen, red-green, mauve and blue-violet, our Galaxy hydrangea. The more robust and firm the hydrangea blooms are, the better they are suited for drying.

It is very simple: remove the water from the vase and let the stems dry. Ideally in a warm, dry place.

What is the meaning of hydrangeas?

The hydrangea stands for gratitude and beauty. The large spherical blooms and fantastic colours radiate generosity.

What can you do if the hydrangea blooms droop?

If the hydrangea blooms are a little limp, that is by no means a reason to discard the flowers.

The hydrangeas need a full bath. To do this, place the entire flower, from the stem end to the top of the bloom, in cold water in a washbasin, bucket or bathtub. This is because the hydrangea absorbs water not only through the stem end, but through the entire stems, leaves and blooms.

The hydrangea floats at the top of the basin. It should remain like this for ten minutes, then be turned so that the other leaves can also absorb water. After 20 to 30 minutes, take the flower out. After a good hour, the bloom should be plump again.

An insider tip?

Place hydrangeas outside in the fresh air overnight – this keeps them fresh for a very long time.

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