How to care for hydrangeas outdoors in the fall

Whether you are creating a dreamy English cottage garden or searching for the perfect potted plant for your porch, hydrangeas add a whimsical feel wherever you plant them.

These beauties burst with clusters of blooms in various colors, such as pink, white, blue, purple, and green. 

Plus, most hydrangeas are perennials, which means you will have gorgeous blooming bushes year after year.

Although they are relatively low-maintenance, you need to know when to plant hydrangeas so they can establish strong roots and thrive. 

We spoke with gardening experts to get the scoop on when to plant hydrangeas by zone and type so you can keep them healthy and enjoy their dazzling blossoms every year.

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When to Plant Hydrangeas by Type

"When planting hydrangeas, time is of the essence, like with most plants. But you do have a pretty large window to play with.

The key is to find a period when you don't risk frost and to avoid drought at the same time," says Amber Noyes, h

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