Does anybody know anything about Hydrangeas?
Thank you for referencing your hardiness zone, it really helps. There’s a huge amount of information out there about Hydrangeas… I’d look for a book by Dr. Micheal Dirr, I’m not sure of the title, but it’s his look at Hydrangeas… very informative. When you ask about Hydrangeas, there are at least four major species of Hydrangea grown in zone 5. Hydrangea arborescens, H. macrophylla, H. quercifolia, H. paniculata. Most prefer shady spots, but not all. Some are large, some bloom in the spring, others summer, still others fall… and each have differing care requirements. I’m hesitant to just ‘throw it out there…’ In regard to the bulb plants, Plant them in October, (ideally), and plant deep enough. For Daffodils, Tulips and Hyacinths, plant them 8″ deep! I swear in Michigan, the recommendation of 6″ is too shallow. I too live in Michigan.
