In order for the hydrangea to develop magnificently, it is important to give it the right location from the start. The hydrangea is very soil-loyal and once planted, it doesn't want to have to move again.

Hydrangeas are very shade tolerant

Give the hydrangea a wind-protected place in the partial shade. The hydrangea also tolerates all-day shade well. Since it thrives excellently in those garden areas where only a few flowering plants grow, the hydrangea with its magnificent umbels of flowers expands the horticultural design options considerably.

Optimal: A sheltered location under tall trees

Abundantly blooming hydrangeas and the old trees of a green area are a visual feast for the eyes. As a forest plant, the hydrangea feels extremely comfortable in the light shade of the trees and can therefore be planted very well as undergrowth.

Attention: Only deep-rooted plants can be planted well

Trees such as apple trees, rowan berries, oaks or pines only develop a few main roots that reach far into the depths. The hydrangea can excellently develop its roots under these trees. However, since only a little precipitation penetrates to the ground through a dense treetop, you have to make sure that the "water slurper" has enough moisture available.

Hydrangeas for very shady locations

Not all hydrangeas tolerate deep shade equally well. Plant one of these varieties preferably:

  • Peasant hydrangea: The classic among hydrangeas, which can grow up to two meters high. They also bloom profusely in the shade and are also known as ball hydrangeas because of the large, round umbels of flowers.
  • Snowball hydrangea: Hardy and very tolerant of shade. The best-known variety is the white-flowered "Annabell".
  • Climbing Hydrangeas: These hydrangeas form clinging roots that allow you to climb rough walls with ease. If this hydrangea finds nothing to climb on, it grows creeping. You can use this hydrangea to cover bare spots under trees with greenery.

tips and tricks

If you want to underplant trees, you should pay attention to the main roots of the tree when digging the planting hole for the hydrangea. While superficial root felt can be removed without concern, a cut main root can weaken the tree so massively that it even dies.

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Vegetable garden