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But old wood hydrangeas growing in areas where theyre marginally hardy may benefit from some extra insulation.

One popular option is to install wooden stakes and burlap wrapping around vulnerable hydrangeas.

Hydrangea flower in winter.

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A garage or cool basement is ideal for storing potted hydrangeas as long as these locations stay above freezing.

Panicle hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata)

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pruning hydrangeas

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Securing burlap over the chicken wire

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