Hydrangea pruning tip will ensure big blooms and full flowers this summer
Though they are a relatively hearty plant, there are a few gardening techniques that will keep your hydrangeas healthy for longer.
Hydrangeas are a perfect choice for your garden if you’re looking to add a little colour.
The plant is easy to grow, even for novice gardeners, with many different varieties that will look beautiful in your garden.
Though they are a relatively hearty plant, there are a few gardening techniques that will keep your hydrangeas healthy for longer.
One of those includes pruning at the right time. The Royal Horticultural Society said it’s important to wait until mid-spring before cutting back hydrangea stems.
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When pruning your hydrangeas, you should only cut to the first or second healthy pair of buds.
You don’t need to prune immediately. The dead, faded blooms can help protect the newer buds into the winter, meaning you should leave the pruning for the spring.
To ensure continued growth, the RHS said to water newly planted hydrangeas regularly. That’s especially true for the summer when there’s less rain.
Using mulch with organic matter like leafmould, garden compost or a manure-based soil conditioner can also help retain moisture for your hydrangeas.
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