Yes, you can prune back hydrangeas that bloom on old wood. You don’t have to stare at the weird awkward growth— I cut back hydrangeas about 18” below the shrub canopy. Anywhere you prune now will promote branching and new growth, I like to leave room for the new growth so things don’t look awkward later. 🚨In Atlanta, I put away the garden shears and stop touching hydrangeas in August. 🚨 Don’t know what hydrangea you have? 🌱If it bloomed giant round pink or blue blooms earlier this year, likel