bigleaf hydrangea

Bigleaf hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla 'ES14' LET'S DANCE RHAPSODY BLUE) should be watered thoroughly but moderately. Water the soil deeply about once a week in the morning or early evening. During very hot and dry weather, it may be necessary to water twice a week. To ensure that the soil has been adequately moistened, water until it begins to drain from the bottom of the pot. Soil should be allowed to dry slightly between waterings. Be careful not to leave the plant sitting in wet soil, as this can cause root rot.

Bigleaf Hydrangeas (Hydrangea macrophylla 'ES14' LET'S DANCE RHAPSODY BLUE) require 4 to 6 hours of sunlight each day, although they may do better with fewer hours when temperatures during the day are very hot. They will also prefer partial shade in the peak of the summer season and may display better color in areas of dappled sunlight. In areas of cooler climates where temperatures stay more moderate, Bigleaf Hydrangeas will benefit from more exposure to the sun.

Bigleaf hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla 'ES14' LET'S DANCE RHAPSODY BLUE) should be pruned in late winter or early spring, just before new growth starts. Cut away dead or weak growth, weak stems, and any stems that cross over or crowd each other. To control size, you can prune back the tips of some branches as well, but take care not to over-prune. Pruning should be done cautiously, and only remove 1/3 of the bush at any 1 time. To encourage more blooms, remove some of the oldest woody branches completely.