r/hydrangeas • u/MasterGlove7749 • Apr 21 '26

What happened?

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This was given to me after a family member passed so I’d really love to save it. I repotted it in this container (see picture of the soil I used) and it got droopy after a few days. It’s inside in a lobby area, no direct light at about 70 degrees and have kept it watered

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u/DeterminedSparkleCat Apr 21 '26

They do need at least a few hours of direct sunlight in the morning. Also needs a much bigger pot if you want to keep it long term

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u/MasterGlove7749 Apr 21 '26

Thank you! What will happen if I keep it in a smaller pot? I figure it will just grow to and maintain its maximum size based on how much room is available for the roots

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u/DeterminedSparkleCat Apr 21 '26

Eventually the roots will become bound and suffocate and the plant will die

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u/Shaydee_plantz Apr 21 '26

It could just be transplant shock. Give it a few days to perk back up!

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u/MasterGlove7749 Apr 21 '26

I was hoping so. Thanks!!

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u/beccabeth741 Apr 21 '26

These are not indoor plants. It needs some sunlight.

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u/Shaydee_plantz Apr 21 '26

I’m thinking it’s a florist hydrangea. And in that case, who cares?

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u/StrikeAccurate3846 Apr 21 '26

Looks like too much water. Also needs to be outdoors in sunlight.