The most common reason for a lack of flowers on hydrangeas is that they were pruned at the wrong time of the year.

Not all Hydrangea shrubs play by the same schedule. These beloved varieties prove that timing does matter when it comes to pruning, flowers, and fall care.

Key Points Deadhead hydrangeas early; prune timing depends on whether they bloom on new or old wood.Protect plants with mulch ...

It’s good to get into the habit of pruning every year. You’ll need to schedule pruning hydrangeas at different times, though. There are two main types in the Hydrangea macrophylla family: lacecap ...

A common perplexity for home gardeners is when and how to prune hydrangeas. The complications arise because there are many species of hydrangea, requiring different care. A few cautions pertain, ...

Blooming hydrangeas have always reminded me of cloud gardens. With their lush, airy bouquets in sky-inspired colors—soft pastels, bold blues, and sunset pinks!—these plants can transform any yard into ...

Q: I have two hydrangeas one is an oakleaf hydrangea and the other is a hydrangea tree. I hate to prune the oakleaf hydrangea before the leaves fall off in the fall because of the beautiful fall ...

Before you even approach pruning your hydrangea, ask yourself what type of hydrangea do you have? If you don’t remember maybe give the nursery or greenhouse a call or ask an Extension Agent. Sometimes ...

Q: Last August, while I was away, a landscaper pruned my beautiful oakleaf hydrangea. Of course, we have had no flowers at all this year. It has gotten very big though. I would like to prune it back ...

Vibrant hydrangeas will add a cheerful element to any garden and are some of the most beautiful flowers of the summer, not to mention having some of the longest-lasting blooms. Typically, they will ...

Photo caption: Panicle Hydrangea at peak bloom around August. Myriad Hydrangea varieties make it easy to choose those that stay dwarf without trimming. Q: I have a hydrangea shrub that may need ...

Hydrangeas are brimming with nostalgia, stirring memories of endless Southern summers. When winter arrives, these charming plants need a little TLC to ensure summer blooms return the following season.