Hydrangea paniculata Fire Light®, 3L
Hydrangea paniculata ‘Fire Light®’ is a striking deciduous shrub known for its dramatic summer‑to‑autumn colour transformation. Dense, upright panicles open creamy white and gradually deepen to warm pinks and rich red tones, creating a long‑lasting and eye‑catching garden display. Photo courtesy of Proven Winners - www.provenwinners.com
Dimensions
- Pot size: 3L
- Eventual height and spread: 240cm x 240cm
Features
Hydrangea paniculata ‘Fire Light®’ is a striking deciduous shrub known for its dramatic summer‑to‑autumn colour transformation. Dense, upright panicles open creamy white and gradually deepen to warm pinks and rich red tones, creating a long‑lasting and eye‑catching garden display. Photo courtesy of Proven Winners - www.provenwinners.com
A classic panicle hydrangea, ‘Fire Light’ is especially valued for its reliable flowering on new wood and vibrant seasonal transition of its blooms, perfect as a garden focal point or structural border plant.
- Flowers: July–September (with colour shifting as the season progresses)
- Hardiness: Hardy (suitable across a wide range of temperate climates)
- Soil: Moist but well‑drained, fertile soils
- Aspect: South, south‑west, east, west (full sun to part shade)
- Sun Levels: Full sun to part shade
Plant in spring or autumn with a generous mix of quality compost. Mulch annually to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Prune in late winter or early spring, cutting back to healthy buds as it flowers on the season’s new growth. Regular watering is important in dry spells to support flowering and overall growth.