Hydrangeas in the Shade – Spring Care and Growing Gorgeous Blooms

03/04/2025 12 min

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Episode Synopsis

Hydrangeas in shade? Absolutely. In this episode of The Shade Gardening Podcast, we're focusing on how to care for these beloved flowering shrubs in those cooler, lower-light areas of your garden.

Spring is the perfect time to give your hydrangeas a little attention. We’ll walk through how to choose the right type for shade, what early spring jobs will set them up for success, and how to encourage a better bloom display even with limited sunlight.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

Which hydrangeas thrive in part shade

When and how to prune without risking flowers

How to feed and mulch for healthy growth

Tips for growing hydrangeas in containers

Listener Q&A on common hydrangea challenges

Whether you're just starting out or fine-tuning a well-established garden, this episode is full of practical advice for making hydrangeas a highlight in your shade space.

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