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Heatwaves putting hydrangeas at risk in south of England, RHS warns

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The Royal Horticultural Society warns that heatwaves are putting hydrangeas at risk in southern England. These beloved British garden staples have historically thrived in the country's mild, damp climate. But as temperatures rise, hydrangeas have become the most frequently reported plant experiencing heat problems, per the RHS. The warning arrives as a major heatwave sweeps through parts of England this week.

Source: https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2026/jul/29/heatw...

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