hydrangea 'Xian' · Pruning

hydrangea 'Xian' · Hydrangea macrophylla 'Xian'

Grow in moist but well-drained, humus rich soil, in a lightly shaded spot with shelter from cold, drying winds. Mulch annually in spring. Soil additives may be required to maintain specific flower colours. See shrubby hydrangea cultivation for more detailed advice

Watering: Constant mild soil moisture essential, never allow root ball total drynessSunlight: Partial shadeSkin allergen. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

How to Prune hydrangea 'Xian'?

Use the method for the hydrangea type: remove faded mophead flowers to the first healthy bud pair; paniculata and arborescens may have last year's stems shortened to healthy bud pairs. Climbing hydrangeas need overlong shoots trimmed after flowering. Most types are pruned in late winter or early spring; climbing hydrangeas are pruned after flowering in summer.