Choose a location with morning sun and afternoon shade
Select well-draining, fertile soil
Test soil pH if you want to influence flower color
Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and as deep as the root ball
Loosen the roots gently before planting
Place the plant so the top of the root ball is level with the soil surface
Backfill the hole with the removed soil
Firm the soil lightly around the plant
Water thoroughly after planting
Add a layer of mulch around the base, keeping it away from the stems
Water regularly during the first growing season
Avoid letting the soil dry out completely
Space hydrangeas according to their mature size
Prune only as needed based on the hydrangea type
Fertilize lightly in spring if needed