Hydrangeas are one of the easiest plants to deadhead.

Hydrangeas offer the most gorgeous and long-lasting blooms for your garden.

If you’re looking to promote more hydrangea blooms, deadheading isn’t the answer.

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“You will not get additional blooms the same year.”

But keep in mind that deadheading isn’t necessary for your hydrangea plant’s health.

“You may need to shift your pruning season to accommodate current weather patterns.”

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Use sharp, clean pruners and cut at an angle."

Don’t deadhead these hydrangea blooms more than absolutely necessary.

“These plants form flower buds on the growth that emerges in the spring.

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Deadheading Cascade Hydrangea

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Be especially cautious when deadheading cascade hydrangea.

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