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Pruning 'Summer Crush' Hydrangea in Late Summer or Early Fall

Hydrangea 'Summer Crush' in June... in September Pruning can be a complicated project, especially when it comes to hydrangeas (I can think of one more plant that causes pruning headaches - clematis). That said, if you grow many hydrangeas, especially different types, once you get the hang of it, it begins to come naturally. I used to rarely prune my hydrangeas because I had more space. Now, with a smaller garden, I'm finding that some are getting too large for comfort. Case in point, 'Summer Crush'. It is actually not a huge hydrangea, but it does get larger than advertised - about 5 feet in my garden (the tag said 3-4'). 'Summer Crush' is in the 'Endless Summer' line of hydrangeas and they are among the easier to prune. This is because they bloom on both old and new wood. Therefore, no matter when you prune, you should get blooms. It is the older hydrangeas, the ones that only bloom on old wood, that you have to be careful with. I would recomm...
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Coldwater Nursery Open House - May 4-5



If you haven't been to Coldwater Nursery yet then this weekend would be a good time to go. I was very impressed with their stunning displays of plants, hanging baskets and window boxes. They have a nice selection of shrubs and trees in the outside garden center and the greenhouse is full of colorful annuals. You can tell that the plants are well cared for and I've had good luck with everything I've bought from them in the past.

 Here are the details about their Open House this weekend:

 Location: 1001 Koonce St. (Behind Dale's Restaurant)
When: Saturday, May 4 from 8 - 6 pm
Sunday, May 5 from 1 - 5pm

Door prizes - Hamburgers & Hot Dogs (Sat. only) - Specials - Door Prizes







Text and photos by Phillip Oliver, Dirt Therapy
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  1. CarolMay 3, 2013 at 10:02 AM

    Oh those window boxes are to die for! Wish I had them. Looks like my kind of place! Have a great weekend. Carol

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  2. Lucy Corrander Now in Halifax!May 3, 2013 at 2:06 PM

    Not over-struck on bright colours but I love the smell of geranium leaves.

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  3. HolleyGardenMay 4, 2013 at 3:12 PM

    What a beautiful nursery! Hamburgers and hot dogs, too! Sounds like a great time!

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  4. sharonMay 4, 2013 at 6:33 PM

    what a cool display

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  5. Lisa at GreenbowMay 5, 2013 at 4:14 AM

    Now the question is... What did you bring home??

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  6. outlawgardenerMay 5, 2013 at 7:58 AM

    Looks like a great place & a fun event! How much lighter is your wallet?

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