With their huge pompom blooms and long flowering seasons, they’re one of the great showstoppers of the British garden – but, if you’re wondering how to revive woody hydrangeas like a pro, you’re not alone.

Hydrangeas are one of the easiest and most popular ways to brighten garden borders from early summer well into autumn. But after a few years, many gardeners notice the same frustrating problem: their once-lush hydrangea has become woody, leggy and stubbornly reluctant to flower (boo, hiss!).

It’s a common issue, particularly with older hydrangeas that haven’t been pruned for a while. Over time, hydrangeas can develop thick, woody stems that…

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