How to care for hydrangea cuttings?
There are two methods to take care of hydrangea cuttings:
1️⃣ Outdoor method – Place the pots with cuttings in a shady outdoor area and mist them frequently (even every hour during hot weather).
2️⃣ Covered method – Cover the pot with a transparent plastic bag and mist regularly. The bag helps retain moisture, creating the perfect humid environment. This way, the cuttings can be kept on a windowsill or any shaded place. We personally keep ours outdoors and cover them with a small greenhouse.
When are hydrangea cuttings ready?
After two months, the cuttings (regardless of the method used) will have developed a healthy root system. At this point, you can reduce misting and start feeding them with fertilizer, as the nutrient-poor soil used for rooting encourages strong root growth.
How to overwinter hydrangea cuttings?
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Keep them in the same container in above-freezing temperatures and ensure they have access to natural light.
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A veranda, winter garden, or unheated shed are good storage options.
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Protect the pots from frost.
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You can also transplant them into 1.5-liter pots with rich compost and grow them indoors or in a winter garden until spring.
When to plant rooted hydrangea cuttings in the ground?
Mid-May of the following year is the safest time for transplanting young hydrangeas into their final location. By then, the risk of frost has passed, and the plants will be strong enough to thrive outdoors.
🌱 Bonus tip: If the stems reach 20 cm in height but have no flower buds, trim them back to 10 cm and wait for them to bloom. After one month in the new pots, start fertilizing.
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