Common Pests & Diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to a leaf spot, powdery mildews, grey moulds (Botrytis) and honey fungus (rarely)
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids, scale insects, vine weevils and capsid bug
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hydrangea 'Benelux' · Hydrangea macrophylla 'Benelux'
Grow in moist but well-drained, humus rich soil. Provide shelter from cold, drying winds. Mulch annually in spring. Soil additives may be required to maintain specific flower colours; blue colours are best maintained by growing in acidic soil or ericaceous compost. See shrubby hydrangea cultivation for more detailed advice
May be susceptible to a leaf spot, powdery mildews, grey moulds (Botrytis) and honey fungus (rarely)
May be susceptible to aphids, scale insects, vine weevils and capsid bug
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