Endless Summer hydrangeas are a hardy and disease-resistant plant that thrives in USDA growing zones 4 to 9, providing reliable reblooming and long blooms. They can be lightly shaped at this time, but it is important not to over-prune as this can reduce the number of blooms. To prune Endless Summer hydrangeas, place them where they will get morning sun and afternoon shade, such as using fleece or mulch around the base.
When springtime approaches, amend your soil with compost before planting, as these hydrangeas thrive best in areas with full morning sun and part shade in the afternoon. Avoid placing them in areas with full afternoon sun. To help achieve a nice shape, cut the hydrangeas back to about one foot from the ground by making an angled away from the bud. Pruning the center slightly taller will help achieve a nice shape. If any branches are crossing one of these branches, remove them.
Endless Summer® hydrangeas need very little pruning or no pruning at all, but if necessary, spring is the only time to do so. Big leaf hydrangeas should only be pruned when the old wood is not producing any buds. Pruning Endless Summer Hydrangeas only in May ensures that the flower buds that have made it to the next bud or node are healthy and strong.
In summary, Endless Summer hydrangeas are a beautiful and hardy plant that requires careful pruning to maintain their health and beauty.
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