Hydrangea flowers come in several colors, and they symbolize silent change for those in recovery. This symbolism came about from the power of the flowers themselves to change color mid-blossom. Little else in nature can boast such power.
Types
Hydrangea flowers are a top choice for gardeners who can enjoy the blossoms all the way from early spring to late in the autumn months. There are many species of hydrangeas, but only five are widely grown in the United States. Not only is longevity on the side of hydrangeas, but they also boast a feast for the eyes by way of their colors. Hydrangeas come in many colors and can sometimes change colors that have already been established. According to the pH balance of the soil, hydrangea flowers can be different colors aside from the white primary color of most of the blossoms. Flowers can be light or dark purples, blue, pink, or even red.
Considerations
It's pretty impossible to choose the color of your hydrangeas if you are growing them in a garden. The only way to do that is to transplant them. Color manipulation can only be done in a controlled environment, such as when one grows them in a pot or other container. Hydrangeas grow best with moist soil that is drained regularly. Shade should be provided for hydrangeas grown in a warm climate.
Effects
Hydrangeas are popular for florists who take advantage of the wide range of blossoms. Hydrangea macrophylla, also know as florists' hydrangea, is the most popular species of hydrangea in this country, and these blossoms are used for decorative and gift use, as well as for gardeners' delights.
Potential
Hydrangeas can be dried if you hope to keep a bit of their beauty in your home through the long winter months. The red hydrangeas make for a gorgeous part of a Christmas display when dried. To dry these flowers, allow them to first be a live blossom. Enjoy their beauty while they bloom. Cut them when you start to notice the blooms already drying a bit. Air drying works best when nature has begun to do the job.
Warning
Don't let small children play around hydrangeas. Protect your pets from them if they like to eat plants. Hydrangeas can be toxic if consumed, as they contain cyanogenic glycosides. There's the presence of cyanide when burnt as well.
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