When Do You Cut Back Hydrangea Bushes

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2 hydrangea plants you should prune in late winter (and 5 you shouldn't)

Hydrangeas are a fantastic choice to fill out any garden with pops of color all summer long. But figuring out the right time ...

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Should You Cut Your Hydrangeas If the Flowers Die? What to Do for Better Blooms

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 ...

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Is It Too Late to Cut Back Hydrangeas? Everything You Need to Know Before Risking Next Year’s Blooms

New wood hydrangeas can be cut in late fall to early spring; old wood types should only be cut right after blooming. Trimming old wood hydrangeas too late removes next year’s buds, so timing is key to ...

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Garden Smart: Should you cut back your hydrangeas in the fall?

WASHINGTON — Hydrangeas are a summertime staple across the DMV — but once the weather cools down, many homeowners start wondering whether they should trim them back before winter. The answer depends ...

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Should You Cut Back Hydrangeas in Fall? What to Know to Save Next Year’s Flowers

Fall is often when people start cutting back their gardens for the colder months. But if you cut back your hydrangeas at the wrong time of year, you'll end up with no flowers the following year.