6.3K views · 72 reactions | Tim, our hydrangea expert, shares tips on pruning hydrangeas in this 3 part series. Part 1 | Gertens | Facebook

The Ultimate Hydrangea Pruning Guide🌸 🌿 Know Your Type: Old wood bloomers → prune before August 15 New wood bloomers → prune after last spring frost ✂️ Where to Cut: Cut thin, floppy, crossing, or dead stems → right at the base 🌱 Five Common Scenarios: 🌼 Mixed stems: Remove weak old stems, keep strong new ones 🌳 All old stems: Cut inward-facing and weak branches 🍃 No leaves at base: Keep lower leaves, trim only the top 🌿 Young plants: Pinch the top to promote branching 🚫 No blooms this y