When do I fertilize hydrangeas?

How long do hydrangeas last in floral arrangements?

• I'm hoping to use a small bunch of hydrangeas in my aisle decorations for my wedding but have heard that they may die quickly. Is using hydrangeas for my wedding a good idea or bad idea?

• Answer:

  Hydrangeas will probably last as long as any other cut flower in a bouquet as long as their stems are kept moist, they are kept cool and are not picked until the last moment. If you want to keep hydrangeas longer, they are best picked when their colour is starting to fade slightly and the blooms are mature (they take on a kind of white, almost waxy appearance at this time, although they still have almost full colour). If you harvest them then, they will keep longer and can also be successfully dried. When dry they will still have their colour too.