| Hydrangea macrophylla 'HORTFIRE' |
USDA Zone: 4-9 |
Seaside Serenade® Fire Island Hydrangea features bold balls of white flowers with red edges at the ends of the branches from late spring to late summer, which emerge from distinctive chartreuse flower buds. The flowers are excellent for cutting. It has dark green foliage which emerges burgundy in spring. The glossy pointy leaves turn an outstanding burgundy in the fall.
A hardy compact form that is perfect for smaller spaces; features long lasting, bi-color blooms that are white, edged in rich rosy red that matures to pink; foliage has maroon color in spring and fall; ideal for foundations, borders and containers.
Seaside Serenade® Fire Island Hydrangea is recommended for the following landscape applications;
- Accent
- Mass Planting
- Hedges/Screening
- General Garden Use
- Container Planting
Seaside Serenade Series
Bloom Time: Summer, Fall
Long Bloom Season
Repeat Flowering
Fall Color
Common Name: French Hydrangea, Bigleaf Hydrangea
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| More About Seaside Serenade® Fire Island Hydrangea |
| Height: 4 ft |
Spread: 4 ft |
Flower Colour: Pink / White Shades |
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Seaside Serenade® Fire Island Hydrangea does best in full sun to partial shade. It requires an evenly moist well-drained soil for optimal growth. It is not particular as to soil type, but has a definite preference for acidic soils. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments, and will benefit from being planted in a relatively sheltered location. Consider applying a thick mulch around the root zone in both summer and winter to conserve soil moisture and protect it in exposed locations. Seaside Serenade® Fire Island Hydrangea makes a fine choice for the outdoor landscape, but it is also well-suited for use in outdoor pots and containers. Because of its height, it is often used as a 'thriller' in the 'spiller-thriller-filler' container combination; plant it near the center of the pot, surrounded by smaller plants and those that spill over the edges. It is even sizeable enough that it can be grown alone in a suitable container. Note that when grown in a container, it may not perform exactly as indicated on the tag - this is to be expected. Also note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden. Be aware that in our climate, most plants cannot be expected to survive the winter if left in containers outdoors, and this plant is no exception. NOTE: Some flowers and plants may be harmful or poisonous to people or pets if touched or ingested. If you require more information before placing an order, please let us know in advance. |
