French Hydrangea

French Hydrangea is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

Benefits of Growing French Hydrangea →

Common French Hydrangea Problems →

French Hydrangea prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

French Hydrangea requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

French Hydrangea Light Requirements →

French Hydrangea Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

French Hydrangea is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.

French Hydrangea Toxicity to Cats →

French Hydrangea Toxicity to Dogs →

French Hydrangea Toxicity to Humans →

French Hydrangea doesn’t require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.

French Hydrangea Humidity Needs →

French Hydrangea does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

When and How to Successfully Repot French Hydrangea →

French Hydrangea grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

It’s common for French Hydrangea to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.

French Hydrangea is native to Asia and the Americas.

Yes, you may see your French Hydrangea bloom with the right amount of sunlight and water.

French Hydrangea will branch off as it grows. To encourage branching, pinch off the newest growth at the tip and the stem will branch off into two.

How and When to Prune French Hydrangea →

USDA Hardiness Zone
French Hydrangea can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 6a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

French Hydrangea Temperature Tolerance →

How to Propagate French Hydrangea →

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in French Hydrangea, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

• Common Bugs Affecting French Hydrangea →
• Drooping French Hydrangea Leaves →
• French Hydrangea Dropping Leaves →
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• Black Spots on French Hydrangea →