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Get to Know the 6 Types of Hydrangeas
There are six main types of hydrangeas commonly grown in North American gardens.
- Hydrangea Fun Fact: There are about 49 species of hydrangeas. Four species are native to North America, including smooth hydrangea and oakleaf hydrangea.
• Bloom on old wood: do not prune, may benefit from winter protection
Proven Winners® varieties:
CITYLINE® series, LET’S DANCE® reblooming series, WEE BIT™ series, (LET’S DANCE® BIG EASY® Hydrangea shown)
• Bloom on new wood: prune in late winter/early spring
Proven Winners® varieties:
BOBO ®, FIRE LIGHT®, ‘Limelight’, LITTLE LIME®, PINKY WINKY®, QUICK FIRE®, LITTLE QUICK FIRE®, ZINFIN DOLL®, (FIRE LIGHT® Hydrangea shown)
• Bloom on new wood: prune in late winter/early spring
Proven Winners® varieties:
INCREDIBALL® series, INVINCIBELLE® series, LIME RICKEY®, (INVINCEBELLE LIMETTA® Hydrangea shown)
• Bloom on old wood: do not prune
(Hydrangea petiolaris shown)
• Bloom on old wood: do not prune
Proven Winners® varieties:
TUFF STUFF™ series
• Bloom on old wood: do not prune, may benefit from winter protection
Proven Winners® varieties:
GATSBY series, (GATSBY PINK® Hydrangea shown)
Bigleaf & Mountain Hydrangeas
Mopheads vs. Lacecaps
What’s the Difference?
A simple guide for identifying the differences between the two shapes.
Comprised mostly of papery sterile florets
Star-like fertile florets hidden deep within the flower
Very showy and rather formal in the landscape
Papery sterile florets mostly in a ring around outer edge
Comprised mostly of star-like fertile florets
More of a natural or woodland effect in the landscape
- Require the same care
- May be pink or blue, depending on soil
- Make good cut flowers, fresh or dried
Why isn't my Hydrangea Blooming?
A guide to some of the most common reasons your hydrangea may not be blooming, as well as advice to get your hydrangea flowering.
Guide to Hydrangea Sizes & Colors
Great for understanding which hydrangea will fit where in the landscape.
Hardy Hydrangea Booklet
Wondering which hydrangea to choose? This handy guide identifies the easiest to grow, the most reliable hydrangeas available today.
Educational Video Series
Check out our video series playlist for tips and how-tos for hydrangea care.
• Bloom on old wood: do not prune, may benefit from winter protection
Proven Winners® varieties:
CITYLINE® series, LET’S DANCE® reblooming series, WEE BIT™ series, (LET'S DANCE® BIG EASY® Hydrangea shown)
• Bloom on new wood: prune in late winter/early spring
Proven Winners® varieties:
BOBO ®, FIRE LIGHT®, ‘Limelight’, LITTLE LIME®, PINKY WINKY®, QUICK FIRE®, LITTLE QUICK FIRE®, ZINFIN DOLL®, (FIRE LIGHT® Hydrangea shown)
• Bloom on new wood: prune in late winter/early spring
Proven Winners® varieties:
INCREDIBALL® series, INVINCIBELLE® series, LIME RICKEY®, (INVINCEBELLE LIMETTA® Hydrangea shown)
• Bloom on old wood: do not prune
(Hydrangea petiolaris shown)
• Bloom on old wood: do not prune
Proven Winners® varieties:
TUFF STUFF™ series
• Bloom on old wood: do not prune, may benefit from winter protection
Proven Winners® varieties:
GATSBY series, (GATSBY PINK® Hydrangea shown)