.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Fire Light' Panicle Hydrangea Hydrangea paniculata 'Firelight' Description An upright, deciduous shrub featuring large conical flower panicles that open white and mature to a blush pink hue, creating a fiery appearance. It blooms from mid-summer to fall and is appreciated for its vigorous growth and striking foliage. Suggested Uses Ideal for landscape borders, foundation plantings, mixed perennial beds, and as a focal point in gardens. Its vibrant blooms also make a stunning cut flower arrangement. Plant Details Botanical Name: Hydrangea paniculata 'Firelight' Common Name: Fire Light' Panicle Hydrangea Size & Growth: Typically reaches 4-6 feet tall and wide, with a vigorous and upright habit. Hardiness Zones: 3-8 Foliage Type: Deciduous, ovate green leaves that turn vibrant in fall. Bloom Time: Mid to late summer through fall Growth Rate: Moderate to fast Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes, including bees and butterflies Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for large containers Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Non-toxic Fragrant: No significant scent Cut Flower: Yes, attractive in arrangements Grows Well With: Ferns, ornamental grasses, hostas Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil with full sun for optimal flowering. Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged. Soil Type: Fertile, loamy soil enriched with organic matter. Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity levels. Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter or early spring to shape and encourage new growth. Winter Care: Apply mulch in colder zones to protect roots; hardy to zone 3. Planting Depth: Set roots at the same depth as in nursery. Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring and mid-summer. Special Care: Mulch around base to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.