How to prune hydrangea 'pinky winky'

Late winter to early spring, before buds break. Cut all main stems back to a low framework of two to four buds above the base using sharp bypass pruners. Remove entirely any dead, spindly, or crossing branches.

Annually. Yes — Pinky Winky blooms on new wood (Hydrangea paniculata), so annual pruning is beneficial and straightforward. Cut stems back hard in late winter or early spring, removing one-third to two-thirds of last year's growth. This produces vigorous shoots that carry the large two-tone pink-and-white flower panicles characteristic of this cultivar.

Cut all main stems back to a low framework of two to four buds above the base using sharp bypass pruners. Remove entirely any dead, spindly, or crossing branches.