When is the correct time to cut back hydrangeas
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Prune Hydrangea Bushes: Hydrangea Pruning Instructions
By Nikki Tilley (Author of The Bulb-o-licious Garden)
Since there are various types of hydrangea bushes, hydrangea pruning instructions may vary slightly with each. Although hydrangea pruning care differs, all hydrangeas can benefit from the removal of dead stems and spent blooms each year.
General Hydrangea Pruning Instructions & Deadheading Tips
Pruning hydrangea bushes is not necessary unless the shrubs have become overgrown or unsightly. You can safely remove spent blooms (deadhead) anytime. However, there are a couple deadheading tips to keep in mind for optimal results. Try to keep cuts above the first set of large leaves or only cut down to the last healthy buds. This ensures the safety of any developing blooms for the next season.
When pruning hydrangea bushes that have become overgrown, cut stems to the ground. Although this may delay blooming the following season, it helps revitalize the plants. All types of hydrangea respond well to occasional pruning, but it’s important to know what variety you have as hydrangea pruning care varies.
Types of Hydrangea & Pruning Care
Understanding how to prune hydrangea bushes according to their particular type and individual needs is important for the overall health and vigor of hydrangea plants. Hydrangea pruning care techniques and when pruning hydrangea should take place differs.
When to prune hydrangea bushes varies and is not an exact science. Keep in mind that pruning hydrangea is not always necessary, and unless the situation calls for it, they can simply be left alone. Removal of spent blooms and dead stems each year should be adequate for maintaining healthy hydrangea bushes.
I cut my in the fall(sept-oct) to about 2feet tall. Then cover the base with a good pile of soil. They come back bigger and better each year
It depends on the species of hydrangeas.Check the tag that came with each plant
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