Sally Foster 
Mophead hydrangeas (H. macrophylla) are the most well-known variety of the bigleaf hydrangeas. They are the most commonly grown hydrangea shrubs, and there are hundreds of cultivars to choose from. These gorgeous shrubs are instantly recognizable from their mass of round clusters of blooms and green leaves. Mophead hydrangeas are perennials and have long-lasting flowers. … Read more
Hydrangea macrophylla or bigleaf hydrangea is the most common hydrangea shrub and includes mopheads and lace-cap varieties. Bigleaf hydrangeas are a gardener’s favorite. A perennial with long-lasting flowers which are great for cutting, it is also very popular with florists. If the flowers are pink or blue, you can switch the colors by changing the … Read more
An abelia is an elegant shrub with arching branches and long-lasting tubular flowers that will bring joy to your garden. But you may be wondering what other plants you could grow with the abelia bush. Growing carefully selected plants that work together is one way that landscapers and gardeners get the most from the space … Read more
Abelia shrubs are easy to grow, and require little maintenance. It is easy to understand why they are a popular landscaper’s choice because they provide color from both flowers and foliage over a long period, and even offer a delicate fragrance. Abelia plants flower over a long season from early summer to fall and attract … Read more
Everyone loves the majesty of the large, showy blooms of the hydrangeas that come back into flower each summer, year after year. But not everyone has the space for a mature plant to spread and grow in their gardens. The good news is that there is a great choice of dwarf varieties available, so you … Read more
The lacecap hydrangea shrub is an easy-to-grow perennial and produces a beautiful show of extravagant flowers during the summer. It is less well-known than the mophead hydrangea, but an equally lovely addition to your garden. The mophead hydrangea produces clusters of rounded flowers, whereas the lacecap hydrangea blossoms are more delicate and flatter in form. … Read more
The hydrangea tree is considerably less well-known than the low-growing hydrangea bush that everyone knows and loves for its grand summer flowering display. But the Hydrangea paniculata or Hydrangea paniculata ‘Grandiflora’ is a tree that can grow up to 25 feet tall. This tree hydrangea has long-lasting flowers that can be red, pink, blue, purple, … Read more
H. quercifolia is not demanding to grow and is adaptable to soil conditions. The oakleaf hydrangea shrub is, like almost all hydrangeas, a deciduous plant. It gets its name from the shape of its leaves, which are similar to those of an oak tree. The Oakleaf hydrangea bush has the advantage of providing a long … Read more
Hydrangeas are easy to grow, require little maintenance, and are adaptable to soil conditions. The main downside is that many hydrangeas require a large space in which to spread, so if space is limited, it is well worth checking out the variety carefully before choosing your plant as smaller types are available. Some sources will … Read more
Hydrangeas are easy to grow, require little maintenance, and are adaptable to soil conditions. The plant is a timeless classic and a gardener’s favorite. With so many varieties to choose from, it is possible to enjoy their magnificent floral display from spring through to the summer. And the best bit is that many of the … Read more
