Nikko blue Chemistry or botany - these beautiful blue flower heads of bigleaf hydrangea come from the proper combination of morning sunlight and afternoon shade, the appropriate balance of moisture, and, most importantly, the correct soil acidity. Words and images by Michael J. Hall

Sweetheart Blooms Would my sweetheart be tickled pink if given a bouquet of these frilly edged flowers just freshly plucked from the garden? Or would they be best left alone for us to visit together with a picnic lunch over the whole season? Words and images by Michael J. Hall

Blue bouquet A pair of freshly cut, fully laden flower heads of hydrangea in powdery shades of blue and lavender pose gaily atop a clear, globed vase. Words and images by Michael J. Hall

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