{"id":113538,"date":"2023-05-23T01:53:05","date_gmt":"2023-05-23T07:53:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.onthewingphotography.com\/wings\/?p=113538"},"modified":"2023-05-23T01:56:13","modified_gmt":"2023-05-23T07:56:13","slug":"hydrangea-just-starting-to-bloom-in-may","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.onthewingphotography.com\/wings\/2023\/05\/23\/hydrangea-just-starting-to-bloom-in-may\/","title":{"rendered":"Hydrangea Just Starting To Bloom In May"},"content":{"rendered":"

I was glad I had my cell phone handy to photograph this hydrangea just starting to bloom when I had no other camera handy.<\/p>\n

\"HydrangeaHydrangea just starting to bloom – Samsung cell phone photo
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When I was walking by the hydrangea I felt compelled to stop and take a photo. I could not resist. Why would I?<\/p>\n

Truthfully, why would I?<\/p>\n

Did you know that hydrangeas, those beautiful flowering plants, have an intriguing array of characteristics? With over 75 species in the genus, they come in various forms: some are shrubs, some are trees, and some are even lianas, resembling vines that elegantly climb up trees. These fascinating plants originate from Asia and the Americas, captivating garden enthusiasts around the world.<\/p>\n

But what makes hydrangeas truly captivating are their mesmerizing colors. Imagine this: the same plant can display blue, pink, purple, or even white flowers, depending on the pH of the soil it grows in. It’s like a magical transformation happening right before your eyes! When the soil pH is around 5.5 or lower, enchanting blue blooms will emerge. On the other hand, a pH of 6.5 or higher will bring forth delicate pink hydrangeas. And if the soil’s pH falls between 5.5 and 6.5, prepare to be amazed by stunning purple hues.<\/p>\n

Ah, but there’s a twist! White hydrangeas, while they may lack the vibrant pigmentation of their colorful counterparts, possess their own ethereal beauty. You see, white hydrangeas cannot be influenced by soil pH to change their color. They are unique in their genetic makeup, not producing pigments that can be altered by external factors. Their timeless elegance is a testament to the wonders of nature.<\/p>\n

Intriguing, isn’t it? So, while I may not know the exact cultivar of the hydrangea depicted in the image, I am excited to capture more moments of its blooming journey. Who knows what breathtaking colors it will reveal as it unfurls its petals? Stay tuned, for there is always something enchanting about the ever-changing world of hydrangeas.<\/p>\n

Life is<\/em> good.<\/p>\n

Mia<\/p>\n

Click here<\/span><\/a> to see more of my flower, shrub and tree photos.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

I was glad I had my cell phone handy to photograph this hydrangea just starting to bloom when I had no other camera 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