Garden Answers (UK)

Why are hydrangea leaves brown, yet flowers fine?

Q

- MAUREEN KINAHAN, CHESSINGTO­N, SURREY; JENNY ROBSON, CLEETHORPE­S

AThe late frost in mid May might have damaged the leaves but the hot, dry summer is more likely to blame. Next year, keep watering your hydrangea well, give a liquid feed once a week and if it’s in a pot, move it to a part-shaded spot.

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