Which hydrangea is yours?
In order to determine the proper pruning time for your hydrangea, you need to know which species you have. Compare your plant to these photos to get started. Then check the pruning guide for instructions.
Hydrangea macrophylla
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Hydrangea macrophylla.
Hydrangea arborescens "Grandiflora."
Credit: Missouri Botanical Garden/Missouri Botanical Garden
Hydrangea arborescens "Grandiflora."
Hydrangea quercifolia
Credit: Missouri Botanical Garden/Missouri Botanical Garden
Hydrangea quercifolia.
Hydrangea anomala petiolaris
Credit: Missouri Botanical Garden/Missouri Botanical Garden
Hydrangea anomala petiolaris.
Hydrangea paniculata
Credit: Missouri Botanical Garden /Missouri Botanical Garden
Hydrangea paniculata.
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