ONE of the great things about the late summer to early autumn period can be the longevity of the flowers. Earlier in the season, stress levels can be higher with strong sunshine, heat and drought all ...

The communal mophead hydrangea is a familiar sight across gardens from mid summer until the first frost bites. They form the backbone of many late summer borders and while they perform their function ...

I think that if I had to choose the one plant that has given me the most pleasure throughout August, it would be Hydrangea villosa. I recall first being hypnotised by the magic of this particular ...

Blousy mop-head or delicate lace-cap? There's a hydrangea variety to suit all tastes and gardens, says Marie Staunton They're considered a bit blousy by some, but in my opinion, hydrangea is a very ...

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THE ordinary kind of hydrangea is in its full glory in gardens all over the country just now. It is one of the most popular and easy-to-grow garden shrubs. But there are other hydrangeas, less well ...