Ask The Expert: I received 2 new hydrangeas for Mother's Day, from a nursery, not foil wrapped. They are both large. I have one other one that was foil wrapped that I have potted and is now flowering (after 20 months). I live in San Antonio, TX, which is hot and dry. I want to know what would be the best option for these new hydrangeas — to plant them or pot them in probably a 15-20 gallon pot each. I would keep them in is partial shade - late afternoon sun, which has been good for my other older hydrangea. Do you have any suggestions on these new ones and what kind of pots, soil, etc? Thanks a bunch, Pam Flower Shop Network Plant Expert Reply: Pam, Since you have one hydrangea that is doing well, I would plant the new ones the same way. Hydrangeas typically prefer a well-drained soil with some sun protect in very hot climates. Different varities of hydrangeas can tolerate sun better than others. For example: the oakleaf hydrangea prefers a shady [...]