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Re: [SG] Hydrangeas "Nikko Blue"

All the leaves on mine die too. What is left is the skeleton branches.
You can see the new buds on them. Actually, hydrangeas are hardy to Z5.
Of course in a protected area, I would try them in Z4.]

Denise



Alan & Vicky Cahanes wrote:
>
> Denise,
>
> I never prune the Nikko Blue. I'm in zone 4a so it dies back to the ground every
> winter. So if it blooms on last years growth that explains why I can't get it to
> flower in the summer.
>
> Thanks,
> Vicky Cahanes
> New Richmond,  WI
> zone 4a
>
> Denise Nakon wrote:
>
> > Hi Vicky,
> > I have Nikko Blue hydrangea. I live in Michigan, zone 5. Mine have
> > bloomed every year. It is very important not to prune these plants
> > because they bloom on last years growth. Also mine are in a very
> > protected area on the north side of the house getting mostly shade. They
> > are also in moist soil. These hydrangeas do not like dry conditions. In
> > late fall, I spray them with Wilt Pruf. Helps them from drying out
> > during the winter.
> >
> > Denise Nakon
> > Brighton Mi  Z5
> >
> >
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