Summer is hydrangea season. This time of year, it's so wonderful to see these big, vibrant blooms gracing yards in abundance all over town in gorgeous shades of blue, pink, purple and white. Hydrangeas have big, sturdy stems that can arrange easily in a vase, or be tied together as a bouquet for the summer bride. Though they flourish outdoors in the summer, they do need to be treated more delicately once cut from the bush. When arranging, remove any leaves that will be below the water line in the vase. Have clean, cool water treated with a packet of flower powder which is both flower food and antibacterial agent to keep the water clean. Give the stems a quick, smooth cut with sharp floral shears and insert immediately into the water. Be sure to keep the flowers in a cool room, out of direct sunlight.
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