Question

Please my ask for some advice? I have 6 hydragias that have died back. Only 3 flowered last year. However, the 3 that didny got quite leggy. How do I take care of them before they begin to bud?  

Answer 1

Cut to a sprouting node. Feed with blood and bone. Dogs may love this so protect shrub, or use another feed, like feed for roses, tomato. Which a specific for flower growing.  

Answer 2

They die back in winter in England, where are you? Can be cut right back in spring, my neighbour has mop head and they always flower brilliantly

Answer 3

@illuminative57 cut them right down. If you want I can come round to yours as I cut mine every year. Xxx