When to take cuttings of hydrangeas? Can they be taken cuttings in summer?

1. Cutting time

Hydrangeas can be propagated by cuttings after they have finished blooming, either in spring or autumn. It can also be done in the summer, as long as the temperature is not too high when the cuttings are taken.

2. Cutting method

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

2. Pruning: There should be a node on each cutting, and the bottom should be cut obliquely into a horseshoe shape. If the leaves are relatively large, 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 disinfect it before use.

3. Cuttings: Insert the cuttings into the substrate, fix them and water them thoroughly, and finally place them in a semi-shaded and ventilated place. When the soil becomes dry, you need to add water in time, maintain a slightly moist state, and wait for it to take root.