It has been a somewhat frustrating summer, the weather has never really warmed up and we have not yet had a decent stretch of good weather, the best we have had is the odd nice day between the cooler and wetter days.
One plant doing exceptionally well this year, is the Hydrangea ‘Avantgarde’ in a pot. I have another one planted in the patio garden, but there is not a sign of a flower on it, I don’t understand why not…
Name: Hydrangea ‘Avantgarde’
Type: Flowering shrub
Height: Up to 1.2 meters (4 feet) 4 feet tall
Spread: Approximately 1 meter (3.3 feet)
3.3 feet wide
Flowering Period:Summer to early autumn
Flowers: Large, showy blooms in shades of pink and blue Can be affected by soil pH levels
Foliage: Dark green, glossy leaves
Deciduous
Care Requirements: Partial shade to full sun
Moist, well-drained soil
Prune after flowering to promote new growth
Hardiness: RHS hardiness rating: H4
Hardy in most areas of the UK down to -10°C (14°F)
Ideal Uses:
Borders and beds
Containers
Cottage gardens
Other Benefits:
Attracts bees and butterflies
Low maintenance
Ciaran The Gardener 