When and how far do you cut back hydrangeas?

Bonnie
by Bonnie
  4 answers
  • DesertRose DesertRose on Oct 15, 2017

    Cut the stems back right after the blooms are done. It helps them ready for the next season to bloom again. Leave some stem, I usually just cut just below the bloom area or no more than half way down the stem.

  • Catherine Anspaugh Catherine Anspaugh on Oct 16, 2017

    That depends on where you live. If you live . If you are in a colder climate wait for the first couple of frosts then you can cut it down to about 6 inches. If you live down south, you can cut it down once it blooms. Feed it and wait for fresh growth.

  • Linda Linda on Oct 16, 2017

    If your hydrangea is over grown you can cut it back quite a bit in the fall. A good rule of thumb is never to remove more that 50%. look for buds on the on the stems & make sure to leave some. If you want to cut it all the way back you can. Or you can prune & train it for next year.