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Sophie King

This November hydrangea mistake could cost you next year's flowers – it's the surest way to ruin a hard-earned display

Hydrangea macrophylla or mophead hydrangeas.

A fair amount of pruning can be carried out in autumn, but not every plant will benefit from a trim this month. Can you prune hydrangeas in November, though?

Well, according to experts, the answer is a resounding no. With so many different species and cultivars to choose from, I assumed we’d be able to prune some types of hydrangeas at this time of the year – but as it turns out, it’ll do your plants far more harm than good. In fact, knowing exactly when to prune hydrangeas is key to maintaining your plant's health.

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