bigleaf hydrangea

Bigleaf hydrangeas (Hydrangea macrophylla 'Big Daddy') should be watered deeply and regularly, about once every 3-4 days. During the summer months, if the soil is dry at a depth of 2 inches, the plant will need to be watered. In general, 2 gallons of water every other day is enough, but if the temperatures are very hot, an extra gallon every day may be necessary. In cooler weather, Bigleaf hydrangeas can go longer between waterings. Always check the soil first to determine if it is dry or moist before watering.

Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla 'Big Daddy') is a deciduous plant that requires a minimum of 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. It grows best in partially shaded areas, and even likes a bit of morning sunlight. During the hottest part of the summer, the plant should be sheltered from the afternoon sun as its leaves could burn and become discoloured. In the winter months, the plant will still be able to absorb some sunlight and should be protected from wind and frost.

Bigleaf hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla 'Big Daddy') should be pruned once a year in late winter or early spring before the plant begins to grow new leaves and flowers. Pruning should be done with sharp pruners and should remove any dead, diseased or damaged stems. Avoid pruning the plant any more than necessary, as it may reduce the number of flowers and overall flowering performance. Pruning should involve removing new shoots down to a few inches above the ground and older stems can be cut back to a few buds on the previous year’s growth. Prune no more than 1/3 of the overall shrub each year.