Why large-leaved hydrangea should be protected from autumn frosts

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One of the most beautiful plants for the garden — large-leaved hydrangea. They say that she is unpretentious in care. Depending on how you look at it. In autumn, a situation may arise that the first frosts and low night temperatures will harm the plant. This will lead to poor flowering in the following season. Therefore, autumn protection is the main task for mid-autumn.

How and why hydrangea should be protected

Watch the weather conditions. If, according to the forecast, a significant drop in temperature is expected, hydrangea bushes should be covered with a white covering material at night. Keep the arcs ready to set up protective structures. The daytime temperature is higher, so it is recommended to open hydrangeas during daylight hours.

While the hydrangea leaves are green, it needs protection. According to the natural plan, it should become yellow. Then comes November, and the shoots turn from green to brown. The task is to protect the leaves and buds from freezing.

In autumn, continue watering the hydrangea with fermented infusions, which contain a lot of iron. Water every 5 days. In this way, the hydrangea will be able to properly prepare for winter, and bloom beautifully next year.