When to cut Hydrangeas

I live in Illinois and would like to know when I should cut my hydrangea. It is fall now and getting colder so I am not sure if I should wait or what to do. Thank you

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#1 Comment By Downtoearthdigs On 10/30/2016 @ 9:55 pm

Pruning will depend on the variety that you are growing.
Determine if you plant blooms on new or old wood.
These articles will help you.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/hydrangea/prune-hydrangea-bushes-hydrangea-pruning-instructions.htm ^[1]
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/shgen/pruning-old-and-new-wood.htm ^[2]
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/hydrangea/care-for-oakleaf-hydrangea.htm ^[3]
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/hydrangea/hydrangea-winter-care-how-to-protect-hydrangeas-from-winter-cold-and-wind.htm ^[4]

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