Learn how to revive hydrangeas when their blooms start to droop.

With this hack, it’s possible for you to easily make them look like new again.

When this happens, don’t throw out the hydrangeas.

wood crate of colorful hydrangeas

Credit: Kritsada Panichgul

Instead, learn how to revive hydrangeas with this technique to extend their life.

Rizanino Reyes is a horticulturist and floral designer based in Seattle.

Why Do Cut Hydrangeas Wilt So Fast?

white hydrangea cuttings in glass vase in kitchen

Credit: Annie Schlechter

Fortunately,hydrangeas are among the few plantsthat can draw moisture in through their florets.

That means you’ll have better luck reviving slightly wilted fresh-cut hydrangeas.

Those kept in storage longer might be a lost cause (but still worth a try!).

Submerging them multiple times to rehydrate the blooms isn’t recommended.

Frequently Asked Questions

The name hydrangea is of Greek descent.

Hydro means water and angos means jar.

Once dry, you canarrange them in wreaths, vessels, and other dried arrangements.

In most cases, yes.

Hydrangeas are allergy-friendly because their pollen is sticky and won’t become airborne.

The burnt leaves will not recover.

However, there’s a chance that the plant will survive.