Cut off what has faded
In order for the hydrangea to bloom quickly, you should Withered cut off regularly. Use a sharp one for this Rose scissorsthat should be very clean. The cut is made directly below the umbel, above the next leaf base.
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Breaking it out is gentler on the hydrangea
The regenerates much faster hydrangeaif you carefully break out the flower umbels. This is very easy:
- Grasp the hydrangea branch below the flower and above the next leaf axil with your thumb and forefinger.
- Carefully break the drive off to the side using your fingernail.
Cut hydrangea flowers to dry
If you want to use the hydrangea flowers as room decorations or for drying arrangements, they will be cut when they are largely ripe. So that the Hydrangea flowers arranged attractively, consider cutting this off with an eight-inch style. You can then dry the flowers make durable.
Cut back in August
If you have broken out or cut off all the faded umbels in midsummer, you can thin out the hydrangea at the same time. This means that more light gets inside the hydrangea, which has a very positive effect on flower formation.
Tips
Do not cut off the faded inflorescences in autumn, but leave them on the plant until next spring. The faded umbels exude a morbid charm that fits well into the winter garden. At the same time, these protect the inflorescences that have already been laid out for the next year from frost damage.
