Everything you need to know about hydrangeas for your wedding

You can also put classic hydrangeas in floral foam, though sufficient watering is important before you do so. Simply cut off a piece of the stem with a clean, sharp knife or trimmer for better water absorption.

After they’ve bloomed, classic hydrangeas no longer absorb any more water, which means they’re ready for air-drying. Simply put them in a vase without water, or hang them upside down to let the flowers dry to get many more months of pleasure from them.

How to take care of hydrangeas

• Make sure there’s enough water in the vase.
• Use a clean vase – hydrangeas don’t work well in a metal vase or bucket. Try using a glass vase instead.
• Add flower food to the water
• Cut the stems with a sharp knife at a 45-degree angle, so they hydrate as much as possible. Repeat this every three to four days, so the fresh stem can absorb the water.
• Mist the flowers for extra hydration.
• Minimise evaporation and extend your vase life by defoliating the stems.
• Don’t place the hydrangea in full sun, near floor heating or by a draft.