If you have these plants in your yard, pruning them in July is a good idea, whether to encourage more blooms, keep them in ...

Commonly thought of as more of a woodland plant, oakleaf hydrangea is easily identified by it’s oak-like shaped leaves. They do need some sun to bloom of course, and they prefer more moist soil. These ...

Hydrangeas brighten up borders from late summer and are happy in the shade, so it's important to look after them in the right ...

Hydrangeas are some of the most rewarding garden plants, but when it comes to pruning them, things can get a […] ...

Winter and summer are the worst times to plant hydrangeas. Winter isn't a good choice because it's too cold and the ground is ...

Deadheading If deadheading old wood bloomers, such as bigleaf and oakleaf hydrangeas, Vater suggests pruning minimally after flowering. This will protect next year’s blooms.

Your front yard is your home's first impression, so of course you'd want to ensure it's a good one. From flowers to trees, ...

You can prune it back hard in late winter to encourage a fuller shape and bigger blooms. Like oakleaf, smooth hydrangea offers a wild, naturalistic look that works well in woodland borders.

Hydrangeas are the perfect plant for adding a splash of colour to your garden in late summer - but if you don't prune them at the right time, they may not bloom ...

When I moved to Connecticut in July of 2021, I remember driving through neighborhoods looking for somewhere I might eventually want to live and being struck by the beautifully-landscaped yards ...

Gardening isn't just about beauty. It's about pruning, failure, and cutting losses. Here are gardening lessons that apply to ...

Hydrangeas can become leggy if they don't receive enough sun or are not pruned correctly. Learn how to make leggy hydrangea ...