Every year, you eagerly anticipate the arrival of seasonal products to include in your store’s assortment. Around this time of year, one of the standout indoor plants is undoubtedly the Hydrangea, right?
This popular houseplant is available in various colors at the start of the season, with blue, pink, white, and deep pink-red being the most requested shades.
The characteristic large, rounded flower clusters with small, star-shaped blooms give the Hydrangea its charm. The plant is often associated with the lengthening daylight of spring and the ambiance of summer. Hydrangeas have a delicate, sweet fragrance and are a stunning indoor eye-catcher with their lush blooms and beautifully green leaves. Did you know that Hydrangeas also have a positive impact on indoor air quality? Thanks to their excellent moisture-regulating properties, Hydrangeas contribute to a healthy humidity level in the home. Consumers who experience issues such as dry skin, headaches, or dry eyes often find that these symptoms lessen when a Hydrangea is present in their living space, making them feel more comfortable.
One grower that cultivates Hydrangeas with craftsmanship and passion each year is Kwekerij Van den Berg, located in Est—a village in the western part of the Betuwe region, between Geldermalsen and Zaltbommel. If you’re curious for a behind-the-scenes look at this colorful nursery, check out their company video! Kwekerij Van den Berg is truly a Hydrangea specialist!
When visiting your store, customers may ask how to enjoy their Hydrangea for as long as possible. Here are some care tips you can share with them:
– Place the Hydrangea in a bright spot at room temperature (15-20°C).
– Keep the soil in the pot moist. Giving the plant a deep soak once or twice a week works wonders—just make sure to let excess water drain off afterward.
– Forgot to water it? No worries! Submerge the entire pot in water until the root ball has fully absorbed moisture. Let it drain and allow the plant to recover in a cool spot—it may take some time.
– Feed the plant with potted plant fertilizer every two weeks, following the recommended dosage.
With these simple care instructions, the Hydrangea will provide weeks of stunning blooms and enjoyment. After the plant has finished flowering indoors, there’s even a way to give it a second life outdoors in the garden!
Once the frost season is over and the Hydrangea has stopped blooming, customers can prune the old flowers about 15 cm below the faded blooms. The plant can then be placed in a garden bed or a spacious patio pot, preferably in a location that is not too sunny. A spot with only morning or evening sun is ideal. This way, the Hydrangea will grow and bloom beautifully again in the following season—but this time as an outdoor plant!
Photo credit: hydrangeaworld.com
