Hydrangeas have specific pruning needs and those differ among different varieties. Here's how to know what type of hydrangea you have and when to cut it back for winter.

Gloved-hands pruning hydrangea inflorescences in the garden - Natallia Ustsinava/Shutterstock Pruning hydrangeas isn't just about giving your shrubs a neat shape; it's all about timing. Cut at the ...

Is the size of your snowball bush snowballing out of control? We can give you tips on how to cut it back without eliminating its blooms.

Do you have sparse and spindly hydrangeas? Find out how the seasons and a simple pair of shears can ensure full, lush blooms ...

Oakleaf: Native to many parts of the U.S., produces leaves that are shaped like oak leaves with large, white, panicled flowers that bloom in spring or summer. The shrub’s fall color is spectacular ...

Since their flowers are born on new wood, pruning smooth hydrangeas in the fall encourages better blooms. Here are ten ...

Prune Hydrangeas Like This or Risk No Flowers Next Year originally appeared on Dengarden. While technically, you don’t have to prune your hydrangeas, the act of cutting away old growth will help them ...

After the article on winter pruning of shrubs, questions concerning pruning hydrangeas have come to the Berks County Master Gardener Hotline. This article will help dispel the mystery. Do you really ...

A few of my hydrangeas were damaged during freezing weather earlier this spring. Many ask when is the best time to cut them back. Hydrangeas don’t really need heavy pruning to produce ample flowers.

Bigleaf hydrangeas thrive in morning sun, afternoon shade, and moist, well-drained soil. Regular fertilization and watering are crucial for healthy growth and blooms. Prune after flowering, but avoid ...

Recently, I spoke at a garden club meeting, and many of its members aren’t from Georgia. Approaching me after my talk, they expressed their adoration for the colorful hydrangeas we enjoy here in the ...