Hydrangea plants will show two key signs that you need to water them now

Hydrangeas are blooming across gardens in the UK as the summer arrives, but with warmer weather expected for the coming weeks, it's important to make sure your plant is getting all of the water it needs. Hydrangeas need a lot of water and this only increases during warmer and sunnier spells of weather.

In fact, the hydrangea gets its name from its need for water. The “hydra” part of their name refers to their seed capsules which look like Greek water vessels. Typically, hydrangea needs to be watered between once and three times a week depending on its location in your garden and the weather.

However, the plant will begin to show you if it is in need of some extra hydration.

Experts from plantaddicts.com explained that the most obvious signs are shown through the plant's leaves.

They said: "If the leaves are drooping, it is time to water the plant."

You should also pay attention to the colour of your leaves, as this could be a sign your plant does not have the right drainage.

The experts said: "If the leaves are yellowing and turning brown, check for standing water or a clogged drainage hole."

As well as taking note of the leaves, the flowers blossoming from your hydrangea can begin to show signs the plant is parched. If the blooms are beginning to dry or fall off, it's likely your plant is thirsty.

They may also start to lose their beautiful colour and turn to a shade of brown. For more established plants, it's worth keeping check on the soil too - especially if your hydrangea is in a pot.

If the first inch of soil feels dry to the touch, it is worth giving the plant more water.

Make sure to keep the flowers dry when watering and focus your attention on the base of the hydrangea.