Hydrangeas aren’t just for their show in summer. As the bloom spectacle fades, lasting interest remains. Late-season flowers in twisting colors transition to the hues of fall. Depending on the variety, leaves turn bright shades of gold, red, and purple. Here, gardening expert Katherine Rowe looks at hydrangea varieties with multiseason appeal and outstanding fall color.
With the proper selections in the right garden spot, roses and hydrangeas grow together to create an all-season bloom spectacle. Garden expert Katherine Rowe shares tips for outstanding rose and hydrangea combinations based on cultural requirements and display considerations. Rely on hardiness, light conditions, and moisture needs for a long-lived combination.
Hydrangea arborescens is a U.S. native shrub. Cultivars bring large blooms in crisp white, fresh lime, soft pink, and rich rose. Join gardening expert Katherine Rowe in exploring these popular and versatile summer bloomers.
Rough-leaved hydrangeas are unique additions to the hydrangea collection. The lacecap flower clusters and attractive, large leaves bring color and texture to the shade garden. Explore these standout summer bloomers with gardening expert Katherine Rowe.
Bigleaf hydrangeas bring luscious blooms in dreamy pinks, blues, and whites with bold hues and blushes. After plants rest quietly in winter, lacecap and mophead flower clusters burst among attractive, large leaves for a warm season show. Explore these traditional summer hallmarks with contemporary twists with gardening expert Katherine Rowe.
Deciding to plant a large flowering shrub can be a big commitment. Hydrangeas and rhododendrons are both wonderful choices, but which one will work best in your space? Gardening expert Melissa Strauss unpacks the needs of each to help you make the best choice.
While beloved, commonly grown hydrangeas drop their leaves in winter, a few evergreen hydrangea selections and relatives in the Hydrangeaceae family hold lustrous leaves year-round. In addition to attractive foliage, their flowers, fruits, and growth habits inspire a doubletake in the garden. Join gardening expert Katherine Rowe in exploring unique evergreen hydrangea varieties for all-season interest.
With a few key cultural practices and a bit of seasonal maintenace, roses grace the garden for many years. Basic pruning is easy and important for preventing diseases, directing growth, and increasing air circulation for overall rose health - but it doesn’t have to be intimidating. Avoid common pruning mistakes with gardening expert Katherine Rowe to ensure healthy roses across the seasons.
Under the right growing conditions, roses and hydrangeas grow together to create an all-season bloom spectacle. Garden expert Katherine Rowe shares winning rose and hydrangea combinations based on visual appeal, garden performance, cultural requirements, and disease resistance.
Hydrangeas signal summer with their glorious blooms and colorful display. With a broad growing range, gardeners in cold and hot climates enjoy these summer beauties with multi-season appeal. Join gardening expert Katherine Rowe in exploring the best hydrangeas for your climate and gardening zone.
A hydrangea in flower is the hallmark of summer. Different types bloom at varying times of the season for a long-lasting display. Here, gardening expert Katherine Rowe explores when hydrangeas bloom and the factors influencing their bloom time.
Endless Summer hydrangeas showcase the classic mophead hydrangea blooms we need in our gardens. This hardy collection of hydrangeas spans growing zones with reliable reblooming and long-lasting seasonal color. Explore the merits of an ‘Endless Summer’ with gardening expert Katherine Rowe.