A comprehensive growing guide to mophead hydrangea varieties available today and best practices for cultivating each.
Finally, a book just about mopheads, the most-popular hydrangeas for home gardeners. A 2021 study by the University of Tennessee Extension Service estimates more than 10 million hydrangeas are sold in the US each year. Mopheads are far and away the hydrangeas in greatest demand, accounting for 90% of sales.
New mophead varieties flood the market every year. Its hard to keep track of them all, let alone choose the perfect one(s) for the home garden. Marvelous Mopheads provides a comprehensive list of mophead varieties and invaluable advice about the best mopheads, including the older tried-and-true mopheads and more-recent introductions.
The book is organized to present clear answers to frequently asked questions about
plant selection
color
pruning
indoor and outdoor placement
potting
feeding and fertilizing
soil pH adjustments
winter protection
care instructions
ensuring successful blooming
With over 250 photos showing off the beauty of clearly labeled varieties, the book provides comprehensive information about the wonderful world of mophead hydrangeas.
