Hydrangeas are loved for their large flowers, long flowering season and beautiful garden impact. Whether planted in containers on a terrace or growing in garden borders, proper watering is essential for healthy plants and continuous blooms.
Endless Summer® hydrangeas are reblooming hydrangeas that flower on both old and new wood, producing fresh flowers throughout the season. To support this continuous flowering, hydrangeas need consistent moisture – especially during warm summer weather.
In this guide, you’ll discover how to water hydrangeas correctly in pots and in the garden, how often to water them and how to recognise signs of underwatering or overwatering.
Do hydrangeas in pots need more water?
Yes. Hydrangeas grown in containers usually dry out faster than hydrangeas planted in the ground.
This happens because:
- containers hold less soil;
- roots have limited space;
- pots heat up more quickly in warm weather;
- water evaporates faster from container plantings.