Jane Willis, owner of Colonial Landscaping in Sullivan, talks about caring for hydrangeas.

The popular blooming plant in many lawns and gardens can be confusing since there are a number of different varieties.

Jane says the easy way to identify how to care for the shrub to ensure proper blooming is this–if the blooms are round and different colors DO NOT prune them back after they bloom. They have to bloom again on the existing blooms. If the blooms are white and more cone-shaped they can be pruned and come back next year.

Jane added that the shrubs perform better in acidic soils. She can help you achieve that in your lawn.

If you have any questions about this or any other landscaping subject give Jane a call at Colonial Landscaping at 1229 North Section Street in Sullivan by dialing 812-268-6820.