When and How to Deadhead Cosmos Flowers
21.05.2024 - 11:45 / balconygardenweb.com / Raul Cornelius
There are many hydrangea lookalikes in the plant kingdom and each one of them has its own beauty and charm. We have handpicked the best ones for you!
Botanical Name: Philadelphus spp.
Mock Orange stands out with its aromatic, white blooms that grow in clusters. This plant boasts a rich, full look, somewhat like hydrangeas, but its flowers are more open and airy.
Botanical Name: Ranunculus
Buttercups, particularly the Persian buttercup, look a lot like hydrangeas but the other ones bear a striking resemblance, too. They offer a lush, full look, albeit on a smaller scale.
Botanical Name: Paeonia spp.
Peonies are celebrated for their big, full blooms and lush appearance, making them a favorite for those who love hydrangeas. Available in pink, red, white, and yellow, they add color to any garden.
Botanical Name: Callistemon spp.
While structurally distinct, the bottlebrush’s dense, cylindrical flower spikes create a lush appearance. This makes them somewhat reminiscent of hydrangeas in terms of volume.
Botanical Name: Camellia spp.
Camellias are known for their big, lush blooms and glossy leaves. When the plant gets full of flowers, they can sometimes bear a resemblance to hydrangeas.
Botanical Name: Syringa x hyacinthiflora ‘SMNSHBBL’
Lilacs are popular for their lush clusters of sweet-smelling blooms. While they may remind you of hydrangeas, their blossoms are more tube-shaped and form cone-like clusters.
Botanical Name: Rhododendron arboreum
Next on the list of flowers similar to hydrangeas are Rhododendrons that boast large, vibrant blooms. They have the same volume, but their flowers are bell-like.
Botanical Name: Spiraea salicifolia
Spireas display small, dainty flowers grouped closely together. Some types may look like hydrangeas in
When and How to Deadhead Cosmos Flowers
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