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Should I trim out water sprouts? #874992
Asked June 27, 2024, 2:58 PM EDT
This hydrangea tree seems too dense to me. The "branches" in the center are water sprouts. Should I trim this tree to make it less dense? Thanks
Ramsey County Minnesota
Expert Response
Good Morning Sharon,
Thank you for contacting the U of M Extension Service.
Please click on the following link from the U of M Extension Yard and Garden website about pruning hydrangeas: https://extension.umn.edu/yard-and-garden-news/when-prune-hydrangeas-best-bloom#sources-2773260 This information has an excellent 7 minute video about pruning hydrangeas.
Do you know the variety of your hydrangea? My first thought is to check the growers website for detailed information on pruning the tree.
Good Luck!