Protect your beloved shrubs from the cold with these quick tips. Fanpro / Getty Hydrangeas are known for their lush clusters of beautiful blooms, which can blossom in both garden beds and flowerpots.

Hydrangeas are brimming with nostalgia, stirring memories of endless Southern summers. When winter arrives, these charming plants need a little TLC to ensure summer blooms return the following season.

Plants that bloom on new wood (the current year’s growth) can be pruned in late winter or early spring. Examples of old wood hydrangeas are Hydrangea macrophylla, Hydrangea serrata, Hydrangea ...