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Common name: Hydrangea 
Latin name:
Hydrangea species

Potted Hydrangea Flowers
Native to: Eastern Asia and North and South America. Today most ornamental plants are man made hybrids.
Growth habit:
An indoor upright flowering plant usually not over 24" in height or width.
Temps: Normal indoor temps, try to keep in a cool location.
Humidity:
Not critical
Pests: Watch for white fly on underside of plants leaves.
Lighting:
Pictured Potted Flowering Plant: 
6" Hydrangea species
Cultural information: The name Hydrangea, comes from two Greek words... hydro meaning "water" and aggeion meaning "vessel". 

The Hydrangea family is quite large containing varieties that are used indoors and outdoors. Some varieties are perennial here in Colorado. When used outdoors flower color will vary depending on the acidity of the soil, and if aluminum is available. 

Place your indoor flowering Hydrangea in a well lit area. Avoid areas of the house or office with excessive heat. Check your Hydrangea plants for water two or three times per week until you become familiar with their water requirements. Your Hydrangea plant will not need any fertilizer during its stay indoors.

Hydrangeas are basically a disposable flowering indoor house plant. Once your plant looses it appeal... just discard it and replace it with some thing new.

Fully flowering Hydrangeas are usually available in 6" containers at your local Floral Shop or Garden Center.

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