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 ...
Deadheading hydrangeas can be a somewhat tricky business because hydrangea varieties you have in your garden require different approaches to this task. If done improperly in autumn, deadheading some ...
If there were ever a flower synonymous with long summer days, it would be the hydrangea. These billowing bushes are perfect ...
Hydrangea paniculata, one of my favorite types of hydrangeas, has earned its place as a staple in gardens. Admired for its large, cone-shaped blooms, hardiness and remarkable versatility, this species ...
* What they are: Lots of compact, new, summer-blooming panicle hydrangeas have hit the market in the past few years. Among the best is Proven Winners’ Fire Light Tidbit variety. Although plants stay a ...
Hydrangea blooms bring a burst of color to your garden, and a little extra work in the winter will help keep them vibrant and ...
Hydrangeas are brimming with nostalgia, stirring memories of endless Southern summers. When winter arrives, these charming plants need a little TLC to ensure summer blooms return the following season.
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 ...
Hydrangeas have become very popular plants for the home landscape in recent years, primarily due to the release of new varieties with flowers of different sizes and shapes featuring more vivid shades ...
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 ...