I've had this site bookmarked for I don't know how long and thought you might like to see!! With spring around the corner it might be a good idea to look at what's on offer!!
http://members.tripod.com/~Hatch_L/hydrchek.html
Edited to include propagation techniques:-
http://www.nwlink.com/~dafox/propagation.html
This message was edited Thursday, Feb 28th 4:05 PM
Hydrangeas by the 100s
Louisa, thanks for the propagation link - I think I will try some cuttings now - it may be a little early, but what do I have to lose?? I have started many by putting the lower limbs on the ground with rock on top, but I'd like to try something new.
Azalea the link says April but Georgia is pretty warm now and I would go ahead and take a chance. I'm sure you will succeed because for me these are the most willing subjects when it comes to propagation. I have just learnt that May 10 is our last frost date - I can hardly believe it but it must be true. Alas I can't take cuttings because all the stems died but new growth is springing up from the base of the shrubs!! I will be so happy to see those little beauties in flower again!! Sis, how are yours doing!! Has "Sister Teresa" shown any sign of life yet or have you already answered this somewhere else. I have a feeling I already asked this question!! :-)