Understanding how to care for hydrangeas in 40-degree summer weather.

How to care for hydrangeas in the summer when it's 40 degreesToday's experience sharing: How to care for hydrangeas in the summer when it's 40 degrees and understand the management methods of hydrangeas in terms of green plants, the specific contents are as follows:Now it has entered the dog days of summer, are the hydrangeas you are raising still growing normally, and are the leaves still in a lubricous state? Because many flower friends' hydrangeas rot and yellow leaves in the summer, and they can't find the reason, so how should we care for hydrangeas in the summer? How can we ensure that the leaves do not have problems? Today, Xiao Qi will tell everyone the "6 things" that we must remember. If not done well, it will cause yellow leaves, rotten leaves, and no flowers. If done well, it can ensure that the leaves are in a lubricous state and grow vigorously.1. Provide shadeHydrangeas do not need strong sunlight when it is hot in the summer, especially at noon. Otherwise, the leaves may wilt or even get sunburned. They only need diffused light during growth. For example, if you plant them under a tree, they do not need shade. If you are in a well-lit environment in spring, autumn, and winter, it's fine, but in summer, at least 30%-50% shade is needed. This way, the leaves will not wilt or get sunburned at high temperatures in the middle of summer, allowing them to grow normally.2. Do not let the water run outThe temperature in summer is very high. Many flower friends plant hydrangeas in pots using well-aerated nutrient soil. After watering, the soil may dry up in half a day in the high summer temperature. If you do not water at this time, the roots may get damaged. Once the roots are injured, they cannot be restored, and only by watering later can they recover. If there are too many consecutive dry spells, it can lead to the entire plant withering and dying, and watering will not restore it.Therefore, to avoid problems with hydrangeas in summer, as long as you ensure that the soil is dry to a depth of one or two centimeters in a well-ventilated environment and water it thoroughly in time, it will be fine. However, avoid watering when the sun is very strong at noon, and do not let the water temperature differ too much, for example, if the outside temperature is over 30 degrees, the temperature inside the pot may reach 40 degrees, so pouring cold water at this time will inevitably damage the roots.3. Ensure ventilationHigh summer heat is the worst, especially for plants on balconies or indoors. In a hot and humid environment, watering can easily lead to root suffocation. Slightly, the leaves may rot, and severely, the entire plant may rot completely. Therefore, ensure good ventilation at home. If you do not have a ventilated environment, you can place it under a fan or use a fan to blow on it after watering, turning on the fan at high temperatures in the middle of the day to ensure it safely survives the summer, otherwise, it is difficult to save it.4. Use less fertilizerXiao Qi almost never uses fertilizer for hydrangeas in the summer because they grow very slowly at high temperatures in summer. If your environment is suitable, you can use fertilizer. It is recommended to use as little fertilizer as possible in the summer, and if used, ensure the concentration is low to avoid root damage. When using, you can sprinkle some slow-release fertilizer on the soil surface to ensure the supply of nutrients without problems.5. Do not pruneDo not prune hydrangeas in the summer. At this time, they grow slowly in high temperatures, and summer is also a difficult season for them. If you prune them at this time, it may lead to slow sprouting of new buds, reducing branches and leaves, and reduced photosynthesis, which can easily cause root problems. Moreover, if you prune hydrangeas in the summer, they may not bloom next year because they need to prune after blooming, and the new branches that grow continuously into autumn can only grow flower buds from the top to bloom.6. Prevent yellow leavesRecently, I frequently received messages from flower friends whose newly grown hydrangea leaves had green veins but yellowed in other areas. This is caused by weak roots and alkaline soil. Therefore, to prevent yellow leaves, we should regularly apply chelated iron once a month, spray leaves, and water, with a concentration of 1:500. If yellow leaves appear, spray leaves and water with chelated iron every ten days for three times to significantly improve the condition.Hydrangeas are inexpensive, have beautiful flowers, and come in many varieties. Many people grow them, but whether you plant them in the ground or in pots, they often have problems with yellowing and rotting leaves in the summer. The six things that Xiao Qi told you today, if you follow the steps, you will not have yellow leaves, rotten leaves, or no flowers.The above is the full content on how to care for hydrangeas in the summer when it's 40 degrees and understand the management methods of hydrangeas. I hope it helps you and also hope that everyone visits the Green Plant Enthusiast website for more green plant and flower experience and knowledge!