How to prune hydrangeas – experts advise on the techniques for each variety and highlight the most common mistakes, so you can get it right first time

Pruning hydrangea flowers.

Hydrangeas are backyard staple. They are versatile flowering shrubs, which have become a mainstay in many types of garden design.

Hydrangeas are fairly low maintenance, however it is important to understand how and when to prune hydrangeas correctly to get the best from them, maximize blooms and to ensure that they can survive through winter. Pruning at the wrong time is the first major pruning mistake, and can risk the health of your plant.