Pruning hydrangeas the right way guarantees stunning summer blooms
Hydrangeas are a popular garden shrub, but their pruning needs vary by type. Some bloom on old growth, others on new, and a few do both. Ensuring this ensures healthy plants and plenty of flowers.
Oakleaf hydrangeas (Hydrangea quercifolia) produce flowers on last year’s stems. They thrive with little to no pruning. Climbing hydrangeas (Hydrangea petiolaris) also bloom on old wood and do best when left unpruned.
Understanding each hydrangea type’s growth habits is key to successful pruning. Some need only light trimming, while others can be cut back hard. The right approach ensures vibrant flowers year after year.
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