Description
Wondering why your hydrangeas didn't bloom this year? The answer often comes down to the type of hydrangea you have, when it was pruned, and even the weather. UT Extension Agent Celeste Scott explains the difference between hydrangeas that bloom on old wood and new wood. She also tells the proper time to prune popular varieties like oakleaf, panicle, smooth, and mophead hydrangeas, and how late spring freezes can affect flower buds. Understanding these simple pruning and care tips can help you enjoy healthier plants and more beautiful blooms year after year.
0:00 - Why Hydrangeas Don't Bloom
0:37 - New Wood vs Old Wood Hydrangeas
1:06 - New Growth on New Wood Blooming Hydrangeas
2:18 - When to Prune Old Wood Hydrangeas
3:10 - Pruning Oakleaf Hydrangeas
4:25 - Understanding Old Wood and New Wood on Old Wood Blooming Hydrangeas
5:45 - Do You Really Need to Prune Hydrangeas?
5:59 - Why Mophead Hydrangeas Fail to Bloom
6:54 - Spring Freeze Damage and Hydrangea Blooms
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