Irrigation tips and tricks for mopheads, oakleafs, and more.
The hydrangea can be a finicky flower, and determiningwhat’s wrong with your plantcan be half the battle.
From spotted leaves to powdery mildew, the issues that can arise from either insufficient or over-watering are many.
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“This can be done with soaker hoses or low-pressure tubing with attached emitters,” she says.
For more established hydrangeas, Clay suggests watering when the first inch of soil feels dry to the touch.
“Morning irrigation of any throw in hydrates the plant to face the day,” says Mitchell.
Just be sure to avoid watering when the day’s heat peaks.
Common Signs of Irrigation-Related Issues
Uh oh.
These are the issues to look out for, according to the experts.
Wilting
Don’t assume thatyour plant’s wilting leavesare a result of under watering.
Instead, give it time so that properly diagnose the cause.
“Hydrangeas can look stressed in extreme heat but will perk up when temperatures drop,” says Clay.
“If the plant is looking a bit sad even with cooler temperatures, it likely needs water.”
Don’t even think about adding them to the compost pile.
“One place to start is being mindful of rain and summer storms.
Allow those to serve as a natural pause in your watering schedule.”
