Hydrangeas are the stars of the summer garden. But to reach their full splendor, they need proper care. Here's what matters for location, watering, and pruning.

Eclipse gets large, round, “mophead” flowers in late June to early July that are mostly cranberry-red but with creamy centers ...

Bigleaf hydrangea responds to several light applications of fertilizer during the growing season. A general-purpose fertilizer, such as 8-8-8 or 10-10-10 applied at a rate of 1 pound (2 cups) per ...

Bigleaf hydrangea responds to several light applications of fertilizer during the growing season. A general-purpose fertilizer, such as 8-8-8 or 10-10-10 applied at a rate of 1 pound (2 cups) per ...

Hydrangeas not blooming may be due to improper pruning time, winter damage, or too much shade. Bigleaf and oakleaf hydrangeas bloom on old wood, so pruning them in winter removes flower buds.

Hydrangea arborescens 'Annabelle:' This classic, large-flowered selection of the Kentucky native smooth hydrangea flowers on current season's growth.

By far the most common reason for some hydrangeas to not flower is pruning at the wrong time of year. Here's what else to know and how to fix it.

By far the most common reason for some hydrangeas to not flower is pruning at the wrong time of year. Here's what else to know and how to fix it.

Winter/Cold Damage: Some hydrangea species can handle a whole lot of cold without even the least of a shiver.When I lived in Bangor, Maine it took no time at all to see that both the smooth ...