trimming hydrangeas

Question

I have a hydrangea that I think needs to be cut way back. Can I do it now? Leaves are already coming out. How do I know for sure if it needs to be cut way down or not? and when to do it?

Answer 1

How and when to prune hydrangeas, depends on the type of hydrangea. These articles should help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/hydrangea/prune-hydrangea-bushes-hydrangea-pruning-instructions.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/shgen/pruning-old-and-new-wood.htm