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 ...

Pruning hydrangeas at the wrong time can harm next year’s blooms, so it’s best to know your plant type first. Bigleaf and oakleaf hydrangeas bloom on old wood, meaning fall pruning can remove next ...

Hydrangeas not blooming may be due to improper pruning time, winter damage, or too much shade. Bigleaf and oakleaf hydrangeas bloom on old wood, so pruning them in winter removes flower buds. Smooth ...

Although some plants can be damaged by winter pruning, others actually grow better and fruit and flower more abundantly when they’re cut back in winter. Plus, it's easier to see the branches without ...

Prune shrubs in fall only after frost when they’ve gone dormant. Avoid heavy cuts early since fall pruning triggers new growth. Thin crowded or open shrubs to improve airflow and prevent winter damage ...

We had our first listener question at Homegrown NH, from Vera in Concord: My oak leaf hydrangeas have grown large and are overtaking their beds. Do I wait until spring or after they bloom next summer ...

You may be tempted to prune back your garden at the first sign of fall, but when it comes to certain plants, you might want to put away the shears. If you want a tidy winter landscape that's ready for ...

It seems like each year, as our trees are losing their leaves and the flowers are turning brown, we are asked about whether now is a good time to prune plants. The answer is yes and no… it depends on ...

Heat, drought, and pest obstacles aside, landscape plants now have completed most of this season’s growth. The result in some cases is a landscape that’s blown past ideal sizes and is now bordering on ...

Panicle hydrangeas with pink flowers growing on new wood - S.O.E/Shutterstock Hydrangeas bring an iconic color pop to any garden or landscape, standing out with their unique flower clusters. When it ...

Hydrangeas are having a good year. I’m noticing a stronger-than-usual show. The blooms seem fuller and the colors more vibrant. That could be thanks to the mild winter we had, along with a warm, ...