Crush | Summer

: Common in extreme heat, even if the soil is moist. It usually recovers as temperatures drop in the evening.

: Usually a sign of underwatering or too much direct afternoon sun. Why We Love Summer Crush® Hydrangea Summer Crush

: Apply a slow-release, high-phosphorus "bloom boost" fertilizer (like Flower-tone ) twice a year: once in early spring and again in June or July. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers, which encourage foliage growth at the expense of flowers. : Common in extreme heat, even if the soil is moist

: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged . Water at the base of the plant early in the morning to avoid wetting the leaves, which can lead to mold or disease. Why We Love Summer Crush® Hydrangea : Apply

: Plant roughly 3–4 feet apart if creating a hedge or group.

: Reblooming; flowers on both old wood (last year’s stems) and new wood (current year’s growth). 1. Planting for Success