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 ...

Plant panicle hydrangeas in full sun and prune in early spring to promote more blooms. Smooth hydrangeas thrive in moist, ...

If you gathered in one large room, all the plant pros from all over the world and asked them to name the number one question they are asked by customers, that normally diverse and typically quite ...

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 ...

When should I prune my hydrangea? I've gotten conflicting answers, so am a bit confused on what to do. This can be confusing, because there are many different types of hydrangeas! The answer depends ...

I love old gardening sayings that have passed the test of time. One of my favorites is “prune until it hurts, and then prune some more.” The truism is meant to allay our fear of pruning, as though ...

It is not necessary to prune back your hydrangeas once the flowers die, but it also won’t hurt. Blooms may be left on the bush to dry naturally, creating visual interest into autumn and winter. If ...

Drive past a few houses with stunning front gardens in the summer and you're likely to notice a familiar repetition: a low-growing shrub with wide green leaves and what look like popcorn balls of ...

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 ...