An informative sampling focused on herbs and tea with an occasional sprinkling of fairy dust and a glimpse into family activities too. The contributions to this blog are the combined efforts of the sisters of The Rosemary House and Sweet Remembrances.
Thursday, August 5, 2010
Hydrangeas
The majority of the cottages in Rhode Island
have at least one lush and lovely hydrangea bush.
Hydrangeas love moist soil and the colors vary based on the soil, particularly the degree of acid/alkalinity and minerals, especially aluminum.
Vibrant colors abound.
If you are interested in drying your hydrangeas, this is the best web information I have found.
Medicinally, hydrangeas were used as a diuretic and to remove calculi deposits in the body. Although they are not commonly used medicinally any more, they are still enjoyed as a lovely summer flower!
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4 comments:
Thanks for sharing your trip! Love hydrangeas!
Beautiful!
Your vacation photos of RI are great. I enjoyed seeing so many pretty gardens and your tea room visit.
Love hydrangeas. They do grow quite well here in the Pacific Northwest. Next year I hope to plant more in my yard.
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