It's wonderful to have hydrangeas in this week's posy. This spectacular pink and green variety is called 'Coral amythyst' and it has been grown in Lincolnshire. Hydrangeas are water-lovers and need to be kept hydrated at all times otherwise they have a reputation of being a bit temperamental. If they need an extra pick-me-up, recut the stem and submerge in deep water up to the flower head. Spray the heads too if you have a water sprayer. In a couple of hours, the sepals should have had a nice drink and be in tip-top condition again.
We've also got heather and hypericum in the posies for the first time this year. Say it quietly but the flowers are starting to look slightly Autumnal...