Hydrangea p. Fire Light®

Fire Light Hydrangea hardy upright deciduous shrub with dark sturdy stems and dark green foliage.  The packed florets open creamy white in midsummer and mature to rich pomegranate red by fall, attracting butterflies.  While it can tolerate full sun, its best blooms are in part sun and rich, moist well-drained acidic soils. Type:  Shrub Origins: East Asia and Russia Height:  5' - 6' Spread:  5' - 6’ Spacing:  5’ USDA Hardiness Zone:  3 - 9 Culture:  Part Sun Bloom Color:  White/Red Season of Interest:  Summer, Fall MAINTENANCE NEEDS:  Medium Maintenance. Mulch soil to maintain moisture and overwinter.  If pruning is needed do so after flowering. Slight susceptibility to bud blight, wilt, leaf spot, and mildew.  Aphids are occasional problems.    LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Foundation Plantings, Hedges, Containers. COMPANION PLANTS: Viburnum, Deutzia, Holly IMAGE: Photos by Proven Winner