Description

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.
By Joan HarrisonJoan Harrison is a master gardener, writer, photographer, and speaker who has extensively researched hydrangeas for over 30 years. The founding president of the Cape Cod Hydrangea Society, she delights in taking part in the annual Cape Cod Hydrangea Festival. She lives in Plymouth, Massachusetts.263 color photosHydrangeas for Home & Garden263 color photos