Does it climb? It looks like my hydrangea petiolaris, which grows unsupported against a wall.

Not really, it just spreads in layers if you know what I mean. I shall look up your hydrangea and see what i think - thanks.

Mel.... it looks exactly like it but it isn't growing near a wall so has no support at all. It must be the same though.

Hello :-) I cant see the leaves but it looks very much like my Viburnum mariesii plicatum and that grows in layers and its the right time for flowering, hope this helps.

It's viburnum plicatum (there are a few cultivars). It's a bit too early for hydrangea, and the petals aren't right for hydrangea, (not serrated).

Glad you agree Worthy - I love the Viburnums, wouldnt be without them.

I'm sure you are right, Worthy, but my hydrangea is flowering right now.

We were out yesterday and were in a very pretty garden with a shrub exactly like ours and we found its label -'viburnum plicatum,' so I guess the mystery is now solved.

Many thanks for helping me.