Hydrangeas remain one of the most beloved landscape plants, prized for their showy blooms and adaptability.
To help gardeners get the most out of these iconic plants, the Clemson Cooperative Extension Service is hosting a 90‑minute webinar on Feb. 18. This webinar is designed for gardeners of all experience levels.
Led by Clemson Extension horticulture agents Drew Jeffers and Vicky Bertagnolli, this session will cover essential topics including plant care, proper pruning methods, pest management and selecting the right hydrangea cultivars for different landscapes.
“The last time Vicky and I did this webinar, we had more than 400 people watching from around the southeast and even a couple from other countries,” Jeffers said.
The webinar will take place from noon to 1:30 p.m. The registration fee is $10. Participants can register through Clemson Extension Horticulture’s Growing and Caring for Hydrangeas page on Eventbrite. Individuals needing accommodations are encouraged to contact Clemson Extension Horticulture at hort@clemson.edu as soon as possible.
For information, email Drew Jeffers at ajeffe3@clemson.edu or call 864-986-1497.
Bertagnolli said the webinar will help gardeners feel more confident when caring for their hydrangeas, whether they are planting for the first time or learning how to troubleshoot issues.
“Hydrangeas can be incredibly rewarding once you understand what they need,” Bertagnolli said. “Our goal is to give gardeners practical, research‑based guidance so they can enjoy healthy, beautiful plants year after year.”
According to Clemson University’s Home and Garden Information Center, hydrangeas remain a favorite in home landscapes due to their striking bloom colors and distinctive forms. They are one of the most recognizable flowering shrubs in gardens today.
