Pruning guide
How to prune mophead hydrangea 'cityline paris'
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Pruning mophead hydrangea 'cityline paris' — FAQ
When should I prune mophead hydrangea 'cityline paris'?
Early spring, once the worst frosts have passed and buds are visible. Snip spent flowerheads down to the first plump pair of buds. Cut any dead or spindly stems back to the base. Avoid cutting into healthy old wood — those buds carry this season's flowers.
How often does mophead hydrangea 'cityline paris' need pruning?
Annually (light tidy only). Mophead Hydrangea 'Cityline Paris' (H. macrophylla) blooms on old wood set the previous summer. Hard or ill-timed pruning removes next year's flower buds. Prune only lightly: remove spent flowerheads in early spring down to the first strong pair of buds, and cut out dead or weak stems.
How do you prune mophead hydrangea 'cityline paris'?
Snip spent flowerheads down to the first plump pair of buds. Cut any dead or spindly stems back to the base. Avoid cutting into healthy old wood — those buds carry this season's flowers.