Hydrangea

  • Botanical Name:   Hydrangea
  • Common Name:   Hydrangea
  • Native to:   Asia, Americas
  • Aliases:   Hortensia

    • Floral Message

    The Hydrangea conveys a message of Friendship, Devotion and Understanding.

    History and Lore about the Hydrangea

    Hydrangeas were taken to England by a botanist in the 18th century and their popularity quickly spread and remains strong today. The french have developed some of today's most popular hybrids.

    Interesting Facts about the Hydrangea

    Hydrangeas bloom in the summer and fall and should be planted in areas that receive morning sun and afternnon shade. Among their colors are white, pink, blue and purple. The blue and purple are obtained from iron in the soil.