why did my hydrangeas wilt after planting near a walnut tree?

Last summer, I was super excited to plant some hydrangeas along my backyard fence. I picked the perfect spot—right under the shade of a big walnut tree. A few weeks later, my hydrangeas looked sad and droopy, no matter how much I watered them. I started to wonder if I was doing something wrong. After some digging (literally and online), I learned about jugalone, a chemical that walnut trees release. Turns out, jugalone can mess with certain plants, and hydrangeas are on that list. I moved my hydrangeas to a different spot, away from the walnut, and they perked up fast. Now, I always check which plants get along before planting. It saves so much heartache and keeps my garden happy. #gardeningtips #hydrangeas #walnuttree #plantcare #Gardening