I recommend this beautiful shrub to anyone with a damp garden

UK winters are notably cold and damp, and many plants aren’t fans of those conditions. There is one shrub that will take it on the chin, though: the humble hydrangea.

If you’re looking for shrubs that thrive in wet soils, are low-maintenance and put on a beautiful show of blooms every year, hydrangeas are a no-brainer. The shrub in my garden border has been a loyal staple for years – and so many hydrangea varieties are perfectly adapted to our wet winters.

Here’s why hydrangeas might be the ideal candidate for the more challenging spots in your garden (especially at this time of the year!).