Q: Would a big box store be a good place to buy healthy panicle hydrangeas? — Rebecca Hunsucker, email A: You can buy healthy panicle hydrangeas from independent nurseries or from big box stores; it ...

Watch this Southern bloom put on a colorful show throughout the summer.

Hydrangeas have long been a staple of Southern gardens, and it’s no wonder why. These beloved flowers, with their unique clusters of delicate blooms, offer a late-spring and early-summer splash of ...

Hydrangea paniculata, one of my favorite types of hydrangeas, has earned its place as a staple in gardens. Admired for its large, cone-shaped blooms, hardiness and remarkable versatility, this species ...

Q: Could you give me some tips on how my mini tree could be pruned so it grows more upward instead of outward? And should I do it this fall or next spring? — Carrie M. A: Your photo shows a beautiful ...

* What they are: Lots of compact, new, summer-blooming panicle hydrangeas have hit the market in the past few years. Among the best is Proven Winners’ Fire Light Tidbit variety. Although plants stay a ...

Hydrangeas are brimming with nostalgia, stirring memories of endless Southern summers. When winter arrives, these charming plants need a little TLC to ensure summer blooms return the following season.

I love old gardening sayings that have passed the test of time. One of my favorites is “prune until it hurts, and then prune some more.” The truism is meant to allay our fear of pruning, as though ...

Some hydrangeas are prone to damage during cold winters. Don't pull them out! With the right timing and approach, you can ...

Because the South covers so much territory, the first frost dates vary widely depending on your USDA hardiness zone. These dates are based on historic data, but you should be prepared for an early or ...