When should hydrangeas be cut? Can they be cut in summer?

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1. Cutting time

2. Cutting method

When cutting hydrangea, it should be done in spring and autumn. Cutting can also be done in summer, but the temperature should not be too high when cutting. When the climate is cold in winter, it should be avoided, and the cutting temperature should be controlled at 13-18°C. Use strong branches, prepare sterilized substrate, simply handle the cuttings and insert them into the substrate.

1. Cutting time

Hydrangeas can be cut after they bloom, either in spring or autumn. It can also be done in summer, as long as the temperature is not too high when cutting.

2. Cutting method

1. Branches: Cut the strongest branches on the plant, and there should be nodes at the bottom. The length should be maintained at about 20cm, not too short or too long. long.

2. Pruning: There should be one on each cutting The bottom of the node is cut diagonally into the shape of a horseshoe. If the leaves are larger, you can cut them in half. Prepare a substrate suitable for its growth, which should be sufficiently breathable and loose, and it is best to sterilize it before use.

3. Cutting: Insert the cuttings into the substrate. After fixing, water it thoroughly and finally place it in a semi-shady and ventilated place. When the soil dries out, it needs to be replenished with water in time to maintain a slightly moist state and wait for it to take root.

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