Cutting hydrangea flowers: before or after wintering?

Should you prune hydrangea flowers before they overwinter?

It is generally recommended that you plant the hydrangea flowers over the winterleave. The reason for this is that the dried bud sites serve as additional insulation for the plant. In particular, the varieties that already die in late summer buds for the coming year benefit from the protective inflorescences. This includes the popular one peasant hydrangea. Other varieties that develop their buds in the new shoots only in spring, such as the Schnellball and panicle hydrangeas, can already cut back in autumn become. They are less sensitive to frost than farmer's hydrangeas.

When should I cut off the flowers after winter?

after winter It is recommended to plant hydrangeas early cut. The best period is in February. When pruning the flowers, be careful not to damage the new buds. If your Hydrangeas in the pot cultivate and in the house hibernate, it doesn't matter if you prune the blooms before or after winter.

Tip

Cut off flowers when the entire plant is covered

If your Hydrangeas in winter complete with fleece or some other cold protection, it is recommended to cut off the flowers before overwintering to avoid mould. Good reasons for completely covering the plant are young plants, extreme frost or an unprotected location. However, you should only cover the hydrangeas for as short a time as possible so that they are adequately ventilated. If necessary, only cover your hydrangeas overnight and remove the cover during the day.