Bigleaf hydrangea is a beautiful, flowering plant that is native to North America. The plant gets its name from its large, round leaves. Bigleaf hydrangea is known for its showy, cone-shaped flowers that bloom in a variety of colors, including white, pink, and blue. The flowers of this plant are very popular among gardeners and are often used in bouquets and floral arrangements.
About soil condition, bigleaf hydrangea prefers soil that is moist but well-drained, and acidic. The ideal pH range for bigleaf hydrangea is 4.5 to 5.5. If the soil is too alkaline, the plant may produce fewer flowers.
So, like the other hydrangea bushes, bigleaf hydrangeas require full sun to partial sun in order to produce the best blooms. Without at least four to six hours of sunlight each day, the shrubs will not produce as many flowers. Bigleaf hydrangeas can tolerate some shade, but too much shade will result in fewer flowers.
The temperature condition that is most ideal for the growth of bigleaf hydrangea is cool to cold weather. The plant does not do well in warm weather and needs a period of dormancy in order to thrive. In terms of soil, the plant prefers acidic soil that is well-drained.
Ideal humidity condition for this plant is 50%. The bigleaf hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla) is a species of flowering plant in the family Hydrangeakin to hydrangeas. It is native to Japan. It is a deciduous shrub growing to 2 m (6 ft 7 in) tall by 2.5 m (8 ft 2 in) broad with large heads of pink or blue flowers in late summer and autumn.
The fertilizer, this kind of plant food, is important for the development of the leaves, flowers and roots of the bigleaf hydrangea. The roots are the part of the plant that absorb water and nutrients from the soil. Fertilizer helps the roots to do their job better and results in a healthier, more beautiful plant.
Pruning a bigleaf hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla) is best done in late winter before new growth begins. You can cut the plant back by one-third to one-half its total height. Be sure to make your cuts just above a set of strong, healthy buds.
Propagation is typically done through rooting stem cuttings, which is a process where a cutting from the plant is taken and then placed in water or moist soil until it grows roots. Once the cutting has rooted, it can be transplanted into soil.
Usually, the plant growth rate is determined by the plant's environment. If the plant is in an area with rich soil and plenty of water, it will likely grow quickly. However, if the plant is in an area with poor soil and little water, it will likely grow more slowly. The type of bigleaf hydrangea also affects growth rate. Some varieties, such as 'Hills of Snow', grow more quickly than others.
Common problems for this kind of plant are leaf spot, powdery mildew, and root rot. These can be caused by different fungi or bacteria, and are often problems in humid or wet conditions. To prevent these problems, make sure the plant has good air circulation and isn't too wet. If you do see any signs of these problems, remove any affected leaves or stems and dispose of them.
Source:
Bigleaf Hydrangea | Oklahoma State University
Growing Hydrangeas - Center for Agriculture, Food, and the
Hydrangeas - Alabama Cooperative Extension System
