Hydrangea paniculata Fire Light®

Exceptionally hardy and reliable, Hydrangea paniculata Fire Light®  is a striking deciduous shrub boasting huge flower heads from midsummer to fall. Held on sturdy, strong stems, the blossoms emerge creamy-white and age to a vivid raspberry pink as the season progresses. Low maintenance and easy to grow, this hardy hydrangea can be used as a hedge, specimen, or incorporated into flower gardens and foundation plantings. The flowers make great cut flowers, fresh or dried, or may be left on the plant where they will persist well into winter.

• Grows with an upright rounded habit to 6-8 ft. tall and wide (180-240 cm).
• Performs best in sun to partial shade in humus-rich, moist, well-drained soils. Afternoon shade in hot summer climates is recommended.
• Easy-to-grow plant with reliable flowering and flower color regardless of soil PH.
• Mass in mixed shrub borders for dramatic summer blooms, in front of walls, fences, taller shrubs, and trees. Great for city gardens, cottage gardens, or as a flowering hedge. Panicles may be cut for fresh arrangements or for drying.
• Best if pruned back in late winter or early spring. Blooms occur on the current season’s growth, ensuring reliable flowering.
• Propagate by softwood cuttings.
• Hydrangea paniculata species is native to southern and eastern China, Korea, Japan and Russia.
• Foliage can aggravate skin allergies. Mild stomach upset possible if ingested.
• Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.