If you’re dreaming of lush, vibrant hydrangeas come springtime, it’s crucial to give them the right care.

Known as “heavy feeders” hydrangeas thrive in nutrient-rich loamy soil and benefit from a little extra nourishment, say gardening experts. That’s why it’s essential to pamper your blooms with a nutrient-packed fertiliser.

When choosing a fertiliser for your flowers, there are certain ingredients to keep an eye out for. Horticultural experts caution that many hydrangea subspecies should not be pruned in February, except to remove dead or damaged wood.

Instead, they recommend pruning the flower only after it has bloomed. For instance, hydrangea paniculata can be pruned by 1/3 as needed, while hydrangea arborescens can be pruned up to 10 inches.

If you fancy changing the hue of your hydrangea plant, adjusting the soil’s pH can transform its petal colour. And if you’re on the hunt for more unique tips to boost your bloom, there’s one simple task you can add to these essential pruning tasks.

If your hydrangeas are looking a bit droopy, this tip promises to perk them up in minutes, reports the Express.

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