Hydrangea blooms are beginning to wilt as summer draws to a close, but there's a straightforward task gardeners should tackle to help these plants gear up for fall. The hydrangea flowering season ...

Deadhead hydrangeas early; prune timing depends on whether they bloom on new or old wood. Protect plants with mulch, burlap, or cages in cold climates; move potted hydrangeas indoors below 45°F.

Hydrangeas have become very popular plants for the home landscape in recent years, primarily due to the release of new varieties with flowers of different sizes and shapes featuring more vivid shades ...