Hydrangea

I get my name from my love of water.
I produce large showy flowerheads. Two of my best-known varieties are called Mopeheads and Lacecaps!

You Can Learn A Lot About Hydrangeas

• In Greek, "hydor" means water and "angos" means a jar or pitcher, highlighting the need to water this particular flower a lot.

• There are over 75 kinds of hydrangeas.

• ​Hydrangeas have no fragrance.

• They are the state flower of Alabama.

• Their flowers are determined by the soil they are planted in.

Local Hydrangea Festivals

• Duxbury Hydrangea Festival (June 21 - July 12, 2022)

• Cape Code Hydrangea Festival (July 8 - July 17, 2022)

Resource: How Do Hydrangeas Change Colors?