Carol DM
There are many varieties of Hydrangea. Mine is called Endless Summer. I love it because at the end of the season, I cut it all the way back and it comes back in the late spring. Another perennial in my garden. And the blue blooms are just beautiful. I remember seeing these in my Grandmother’s yard, so it always brings back good memories seeing these blooms.
Some people will bring the blooms indoors and dry them for floral arrangements. Hydrangea flowers are very easy to air dry. Cut the blooms at any stage, remove all leaves, and hang the stems upside down in a warm, well ventilated spot until they are completely dry. The flowers will last for ages and even longer if spray painted or dyed for more intense color. Use the dried blooms in floral arrangements or attach to wreaths with floral wire.
©CarolDM2018
365 Photos Challenge Day 206
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Are you familiar with the Hydrangea?
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I’ve heard of these….very pretty flowers. Great photo of them too 🙂
A stunning picture Carol. You really have a beautiful garden.
Thanks so much Bradley, I work at having as much beauty as possible around me.
Sounds like it was named by a beach boys fan…
Maybe you are right.
Fairly easy to determine- how old is the breed?
Still researching, I have no idea.
be sure to let us know what you find
Awesome picture – Your garden is beyond amazing!
Thank you Doc, I try to make it pretty and as maintenance free as possible.
Such a beautiful flower!!!!!
Thanks, I love these and they bring back memories.
I’ve never grown one. I didn’t know they were good for drying.
They are easy to grow. I have seen many arrangements with dried hydrangea in different colors and they are beautiful.
It is great for the eyes, the breath, and the peace of mind.
I have to agree, thank you my friend.
Pleasure is mine, Carol.
You certainly have the right Ph balance on that one! Lovely.
Funny, they were pink one year, I love the blue.
They will stay blue as long as the soil is acidic. Pink or red comes from alkaline soil, but have you ever seen a white one?
No, never seen a white one before.
I love hydrangeas!Beautiful color.
I do too Branka, thanks!
Such a beautiful color, I love it!
Thanks! Another of my favorites.
Oh my goodness this is a fabulous photograph and flower! I love hydrangeas!
Thank you Kim. It is in the shade most of the time, which it loves. And that helps the photo op for me easier! I love these clusters of blue.
Not too familiar with flowers…
The few I know are the ones everyone knows…
lol
I grew up with these everywhere so I am glad I now have them in my yard.
Must be a great addition to your garden! They look gorgeous!!
Yes this is in my front yard.
I should say moderately familiar. I don’t know the different varieties.
Thanks Gary, there are many to choose from.
And they all make it that much more difficult to identify. :}
Well yeah that is probably right but I can tell the differences.