Few summer-blooming shrubs are as iconic as hydrangeas, which boast gorgeous, bouncy blooms that add texture and color to any garden. While these shrubs are low-maintenance, incorporating fertilizer ...

Pruning hydrangeas late in the season leaves plants more vulnerable to cold damage, but it can also remove flower buds and make plants flower less the following year. To avoid these issues, never ...

Deadhead hydrangeas early; prune timing depends on whether they bloom on new or old wood. Protect plants with mulch, burlap, or cages in cold climates; move potted hydrangeas indoors below 45°F.