You are disappointed; Despite loving care, your climbing hydrangea has many leaves but no flowers. Here you can find out why this can be and what you can do to get the plant diva to bloom.
Why isn't my climbing hydrangea blooming?
If your climbing hydrangea is not blooming, it may be due to incorrect care, an unsuitable location or it is too young. Improve conditions by fertilizing, watering and adjusting the site if necessary.
For what reasons is my climbing hydrangea not blooming?
If the climbing hydrangea doesn't want to bloom, it's often due to incorrectcareor the wronglocationEither it lacks fertilizer or it needs fertilizer shady or too sunny. Perhaps the climbing hydrangea was pruned in the fall instead of February and March, removing its new flower buds. The lack of flowers can also be due to frost damage, drought, disease or root rot. Your plant may be tooyoung to bloom. Then only patience helps!
How long does it take for my climbing hydrangea to bloom?
Climbing hydrangeas only bloom after approx.3 years A young plant will initially put all of its energy into leaves and longitudinal growth. Only when it has achieved a certain height, stability and strong roots will it develop flowers under optimal conditions. Heavy fertilizer applications, sufficient light and water promote growth and later the development of many flower buds.
Does it depend on the location if the climbing hydrangeas don't bloom?
The wrong location of the climbing hydrangea is a common cause of failure to bloom. Too strongsolar radiationleads to leaf damage and prevents flowering as well aslittle light It is optimal if your climbing hydrangea is in partial shade, where it will spend the morning - or enjoy the evening sun.
What can I do if my climbing hydrangea doesn't bloom?
- Fertilize the plant with manure, compost or hydrangea fertilizer (€8.00 on Amazon).
- Optimize soil moisture.
- Water your plant diva regularly.
- Protect them from frost with mulching material.
- If the plant is too young, just wait and see.
- If the location is not suitable and your specimen is still young, you can transplant the climbing hydrangea.
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Can I transplant my climbing hydrangea to make it bloom again?
You can only dig up the climbing hydrangea and replant it in another location if it is younger than 5 years. Prepare them by digging them with a spade in summer. By pricking it, it develops the finest roots, which are crucial for regrowth. A plant older than 6 years should remain in its location.
