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Little Quick Fire® Panicle Hydrangea

Hydrangea paniculata

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Overview

The Hydrangea paniculata is a compact deciduous shrub with lacy white panicles that open early and blush pink-red as summer advances, set against fresh green foliage. This Little Quick Fire® selection grows 3-5 feet tall and wide with an upright habit. Plant in part sun to full sun with well-drained soil and average, consistent water; prune in late winter. Hardy in USDA Zones 3-9.

Sun FullWater Medium

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium

Shape & size

Mature height
3–5 Ft.
Mature width
3–5 Ft.

Classification

Family
Hydrangeaceae

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Little Quick Fire® Panicle Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata) — set against fresh green foliage
Little Quick Fire® Panicle Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata) — This Little Quick Fire® selection grows 3-5 feet tall and wide with an upright habit
Little Quick Fire® Panicle Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata) — Plant in part sun to full sun with well-drained soil and average, consistent water; prune in late
Little Quick Fire® Panicle Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata) — commonly referred to as Little Quick Fire® Panicle Hydrangea
Little Quick Fire® Panicle Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata) — is a compact deciduous shrub from the Proven Winners® collection
Little Quick Fire® Panicle Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata) — valued for bringing the panicle hydrangea season forward with fresh
Little Quick Fire® Panicle Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata) — Against bright green foliage
Little Quick Fire® Panicle Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata) — the effect is delicate rather than heavy
Little Quick Fire® Panicle Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata) — lacy presence that blends beautifully among perennials and other flowering shrubs
Little Quick Fire® Panicle Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata) — Little Quick Fire® is especially useful where designers want the hydrangea look in a more
Little Quick Fire® Panicle Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata) — Hardy in USDA Zones 3 through 9
Little Quick Fire® Panicle Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata) — Some gardeners also note its sturdy stems and pleasing late-season foliage color
Little Quick Fire® Panicle Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata) — it offers dependable flowering even after cold winters
Little Quick Fire® Panicle Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata) — with buds forming on the current season’s growth.<br><br>Plant it in part sun to full sun
Little Quick Fire® Panicle Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata) — Because it blooms on new wood
Little Quick Fire® Panicle Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata) — allowing for at least several hours of good light to encourage strong growth and generous bloom
Little Quick Fire® Panicle Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata) — It prefers well-drained soil with average moisture
Little Quick Fire® Panicle Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata) — Unlike bigleaf hydrangeas
Little Quick Fire® Panicle Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata) — A spring application of slow-release fertilizer supports lush growth
Little Quick Fire® Panicle Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata) — and pruning in late winter or early spring keeps the shrub dense and refreshed
Little Quick Fire® Panicle Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata) — its flower color is not affected by soil pH.<br><br>Little Quick Fire® is a graceful choice for
Little Quick Fire® Panicle Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata) — and compact foundation schemes
Little Quick Fire® Panicle Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata) — though consistent watering is helpful during establishment and in fast-draining sites
Little Quick Fire® Panicle Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata) — pink and white flowers in the garden

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