HYDRANGEAS 360: THE STRAIGHT TALK ON HYDRANGEAS 

Wednesday January 14, 2026 

11:00 AM - 12:00 NOON

With an ever-expanding array of hydrangea cultivars filling our nurseries, choosing the right plant for the right place is essential. Don’t let spectacular blooms alone determine your choice. Success starts with proper species identification and a clear understanding of site conditions. Join Jen Kettell for a lively, in-depth look at how to recognize and distinguish key hydrangea species behind today’s popular trade names, how to match each species to its ideal site, and why identifying a “lacecap” or “mophead” type is only the beginning. Learn specific care and pruning techniques to enhance flowering, discover which species show greater drought tolerance or attract pollinators, and gain practical insights for keeping hydrangeas healthy and thriving year after year.

CEU Credits:  ISA, APLD

Jen Kettell, BCMA

Consulting Arborist
Radiant Leaf Consulting

Jen Kettell, BCMA is a consulting arborist serving the New England area (and occasionally beyond!). As the owner of Radiant Leaf Consulting, she shares her passion for horticulture through the training she provides to both homeowners and green industry professionals. She started landscaping as a teen, continuing to farming, greenhouse production, and finally the Arnold Arboretum before she began building Radiant Leaf Consulting. Today, Radiant Leaf is celebrating just over ten years as a small local business.