How do I prune Hydrangeas - Knowledgebase Question

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Question by richard_kowa
February 16, 2006
Do I cut all the old canes from the previous season's growth to the ground or not?


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Answer from NGA
February 16, 2006
Hydrangeas can be pruned down to 12-18" from the soil. You'll want to leave at least two buds on each cane so that the new wood produced this spring will develop flowers. If you prune all the way down to the ground, this year's growth will not flower.

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