Hydrangeas don't bloom
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Betty
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My two small hydrangeas haven't bloomed in three years. This year I did get one bloom. They are planted on a hill in a garden area and get sun.
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https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/hydrangea/hydrangea-not-blooming.htm
Here are some tips on how to take care:
https://www.almanac.com/plant/hydrangea
Maybe too much sun. Hydrangeas are also thirsty plants. Don't cut them back in the fall, wait until you see new spring growth, then remove the dead pieces.
I am in zone 7 with exact situation with a standard variety. I did apply a sprinkle of granule fertilizer.
Strangely the newer hybrid white hydrangea next to it- bloomed prolifically. Following with interest.
Sometimes High drain is need the alkaline soil to make them come out and Bloom also with color
Check your soil. Mine didn't bloom. I was told what to add and how much. Bloomed beautifully the next year
https://thistlewoodfarms.com/how-to-make-your-hydrangeas-bloom/
https://www.gardenguides.com/84033-make-hydrangeas-bloom.html
http://www.millionplants.com/advice/wont-hydrangea-bloom/
https://www.thisoldhouse.com/ideas/5-tips-growing-gorgeous-hydrangeas