Why I Prune Hydrangeas In Fall (And Why You Should Too!)

Can you prune hydrangeas in the fall? Yes, but only certain kinds! This fall pruning guide explains why I cut the spent blooms off my new wood hydrangeas (like Panicle and Smooth types) now to prevent winter damage from heavy snow and ice. I show you how to safely deadhead Hydrangea varieties like 'Vanilla Strawberry', 'Quickfire', and 'Annabelle' without sacrificing next year's blooms