As a rule, hydrangeas prefer a lot of sun, but there are exceptions.
In this article, we will tell you which types of hydrangeas grow best in the shade.
What varieties of hydrangeas grow well in the shade
Paniculata hydrangea prefers partial shade, although it does well in the sun.
However, due to exposure to direct sunlight, the inflorescences may become smaller, their color is not as bright, and the duration of flowering is somewhat reduced.
Therefore, it is best to plant such a plant in partial shade.
For example, under the trees in the garden, but not deep into it.
Petiolate hydrangea is also a shade-tolerant, frost-resistant climbing plant.
This variety of hydrangea can be grown under a fence or against the northern walls of your garden.
Can also be grown in light shade from trees.
Tree hydrangea is unpretentious, shade-tolerant, and winter-hardy.
The most attractive and desirable for gardeners is large-leaved hydrangea or macrophila.
What to put in the hole when planting hydrangeas
When planting hydrangeas, add peat, humus and a little sand to the hole.
You can also fertilize the plants using mineral or organic fertilizers.
It is also advisable to add pine or spruce needles to this mixture. This will help acidify the soil.
You can also safely grow the bush in the shade of trees or other plants in the garden.
Previously, we told you how to understand that plants in the garden have a magnesium deficiency.
