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Hydrangeas are one of my favorite summer blossoms. Their bold, colorful blooms bring a touch of old-fashioned, cozy ambiance to any yard or home. They are native to the western hemisphere and eastern Asia. Its name is derived from the Greek words hydros, meaning water, and angos, meaning jar. It was given this name because its shape resembled an ancient water pitcher. This is fitting because in order to thrive and bloom, hydrangeas need a lot of water.<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Learn the different kinds of hydrangeas including five main types. For more information on how to care for hydrangeas, click here<\/u><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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There are 5 basic varieties of hydrangeas. A major distinction between them is whether or not the buds form on old wood or new wood. Knowing the variety you have will determine when, if ever, to prune your plant. I say if ever because hydrangeas do not need to be pruned in order to bloom and thrive. However, if the plant is getting too large for an area or becoming too thin, then you may want to prune it.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Old wood refers to the growth from previous years that appears almost like dead sticks. Most of these sticks are not dead and form beautiful buds for the next flowering season. If you prune these kinds of hydrangeas in the spring or fall, you will be cutting off buds for the next year. Hydrangeas which contain old wood should only be pruned after they have bloomed in the summer. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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New wood refers to new growth protruding from the bottom of the plant each year. Since the buds form on this growth, they can be pruned in late winter or early spring before growth begins.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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