The abundant, round blooms of hydrangeas are a classic sight of summer. Their blue, pink, and purple flowers are a cheerful and reliable perennial that seems to quickly sprout out of nothing but bare ...

It’s the secret to flourishing flowers.

Gardens overflowing with a kaleidoscope of colorful hydrangea blooms means summer has arrived in the South. Whether decked out in clusters of large spherical blossoms or enchanting lacecap flowers, ...

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 ...

After the article on winter pruning of shrubs, questions concerning pruning hydrangeas have come to the Berks County Master Gardener Hotline. This article will help dispel the mystery. Do you really ...

While different varieties require pruning at various points in the year, April presents an excellent opportunity to prune mophead and lacecap types. Climbing hydrangeas get pruned following their ...

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 ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Pruning prevents new growth from getting leggy, so regular pruning is important for overall plant health. The best time to prune ...

A hydrangea not blooming can be a frustrating issue for gardeners who adore its beautiful flowers. Here's how to solve the ...

Whether your hydrangea comes back next year depends on the type: Some last only a year at most, while others can last for decades. Here is how to successfully grow hydrangeas as perennials in the ...

Q: Rabbits stripped many branches from my hydrangea, while some branches are 5 feet high. How do I trim this shrub for spring, or do I need to plant a new one to get a decent shape? — Sue U. A: The ...

Gardeners across the state are ready to get outside and garden, and late February is an ideal time to do that. From pruning to planting, there is plenty of work to be done in the garden. But don't ...