What has happened to my new hydrangea paniculata?

Sussex, United Kingdom

I bought a new 'Vanille-Fraise' hydrangea about 3 weeks ago. I've noticed that the leaves have become brown and shrivelled, and look as if they might die. The white 'heads' however still look healthy. I planted it about 18" from a wall and used rose/shrub compost and bonemeal in the backfill. It looks like it need water, but I have been giving it plenty. Maybe it hasn't liked the recent heatwave, or perhaps I've planted it too close to the wall. Any suggestions?

5 Jul, 2009

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Bamboo

It is too close to the wall, first off, and yes, it does look like drought. However, it could also be strong sunlight - hydrangeas like a bit of shade, and as this is a young plant, it won't tolerate the bright sun we've been having so well.

5 Jul, 2009

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