Some hydrangeas can also be cut down to the ground to protect them from winter weather, while others need a more gentle approach where pruning is done in a staggered way over years -- both of these, ...

Hydrangeas are backyard staple. They are versatile flowering shrubs, which have become a mainstay in many types of garden design. Hydrangeas are fairly low maintenance, however it is important to ...

Hydrangeas are a staple perennial in many gardens, with their beautiful blooms exuding timeless charm. If you have a hydrangea in your yard, you probably want to ensure that it looks its best and is ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Gloved-hands pruning hydrangea inflorescences in the garden - Natallia Ustsinava/Shutterstock Pruning hydrangeas isn't just about ...

Now that the cool fall weather has arrived, the beautiful flowerheads on your hydrangeas are probably papery and brown. Should you prune them now? It all depends on your growing zone, the type of ...

Every spring, we stare forlornly at our super-sized 6-foot-tall shrubs. We reminisce about the plant label that stated, "Grows to 3 feet." With our great soil and generally adequate moisture, plants ...

I love old gardening sayings that have passed the test of time. One of my favorites is “prune until it hurts, and then prune some more.” The truism is meant to allay our fear of pruning, as though ...

Q: Could you give me some tips on how my mini tree could be pruned so it grows more upward instead of outward? And should I do it this fall or next spring? — Carrie M. A: Your photo shows a beautiful ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A gorgeous hydrangea in full bloom can certainly take your breath away, but to get to that point with your own plants, you do have ...

Harvesting hydrangea blooms and cutting back perennials is the exception to the rule when it comes to no fall pruning. Drew Perine Tacoma If you’ve seen photos of my garden on Facebook and Instagram, ...