Hydrangeas are one of the most popular flowers in the United States, thanks to their big, bouncy blooms that come in lovely shades of pink, blue, white, purple, and beyond. To get even more out of ...

Hydrangeas are a popular choice for any garden, but gardeners should be aware of one simple technique to ensure abundant blooms when spring arrives.

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 ...

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 ...

If you want to learn how to grow exceptional flowers and bulbs, “The Flower Garden Deck” (Adams Media, 2025), by Jon Vanzile, is for you. This is more than a grower’s guide, however, as each of the 50 ...

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.

Q : I suspect I have kudzu climbing on my backyard fence (see reader's photo). There is a weed that has already choked out one climbing rose bush and is heading to another. Could you help me identify ...

Growing hydrangeas can be so rewarding. When their long-lasting blooms bless the garden in summer, we can't help but bask in the glow. We love all types of hydrangeas, from the giant mopheads of ...

Winter-proof your hydrangeas with these tips. Hydrangeas are brimming with nostalgia, stirring memories of endless Southern summers. When winter arrives, these charming plants need a little TLC to ...