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Lauren Bradbury

When is it too late to cut back hydrangeas? Experts reveal the final cut-off point

Close-up of hydrangeas.

It’s easy to become overwhelmed with the endless amount of gardening required in spring. From sowing seeds to mowing your lawn for the first time, cutting back hydrangeas may slip your mind. But if you’ve forgotten this essential job, you might be wondering: When is it too late to cut back hydrangeas? 

Knowing when to prune hydrangeas is as important as knowing when to plant hydrangeas and how to take hydrangea cuttings. You could say that pruning is even more important, as annual pruning is key to bigger and bolder blooms year on year. And what’s a hydrangea without its famous showy flowers? 

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