Little Quick Fire® Hardy Hydrangea

Hydrangea paniculata 'SMHPLQF' PP #25,136; CPBR #5406

SKU #08995
3-9

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LIGHT: Filtered sun, Full sun, Partial shade, Partial sun
WATER: Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE: Reaches 3 to 5 ft. tall and wide.

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Description This is a wonderful dwarf form of the popular Quick Fire™ hydrangea. Like the original, it is early blooming, flowering about a month before other hydrangeas. White flowers transform to pink-red as summer progresses. Compact size fits easily into any landscape. Use it in a mixed border, or as a showy specimen or foundation plant. Its early bloom time will extend your garden's hydrangea season.
Bloom Time Summer through fall.
Deciduous/Evergreen Deciduous
Special Features Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form
Growth Rate Moderate
Flower Attributes Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers
Patent Act Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent.
Landscape Use Border, Hedge
Flower Color Pink
Foliage Color Green
Care Instructions Adaptable but best with evenly moist, rich, loamy and slightly acidic soils. Follow a regular watering schedule the first growing season to develop a deep, extensive root system. Apply a slow-release fertilizer in spring. Flower color is not affected by soil pH. Blooms on new wood.
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DescriptionThis is a wonderful dwarf form of the popular Quick Fire™ hydrangea. Like the original, it is early blooming, flowering about a month before other hydrangeas. White flowers transform to pink-red as summer progresses. Compact size fits easily into any landscape. Use it in a mixed border, or as a showy specimen or foundation plant. Its early bloom time will extend your garden's hydrangea season.
Bloom TimeSummer through fall.
Deciduous/EvergreenDeciduous
Special FeaturesAttracts Butterflies, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form
Growth RateModerate
Flower AttributesFlowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers
Patent ActAsexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent.
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Hedge
Flower ColorPink
Foliage ColorGreen
Care
Care InstructionsAdaptable but best with evenly moist, rich, loamy and slightly acidic soils. Follow a regular watering schedule the first growing season to develop a deep, extensive root system. Apply a slow-release fertilizer in spring. Flower color is not affected by soil pH. Blooms on new wood.

Frequently asked questions

Does Little Quick Fire® Hardy Hydrangea produce flowers?
Summer through fall.
Is Little Quick Fire® Hardy Hydrangea evergreen or deciduous?
Little Quick Fire® Hardy Hydrangea is Deciduous.
What are the special features of Little Quick Fire® Hardy Hydrangea?
Little Quick Fire® Hardy Hydrangea is Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form.
How fast does Little Quick Fire® Hardy Hydrangea grow?
Little Quick Fire® Hardy Hydrangea has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Little Quick Fire® Hardy Hydrangea in my landscape?
Little Quick Fire® Hardy Hydrangea is suitable for: Border, Hedge.
What color are Little Quick Fire® Hardy Hydrangea flowers?
Little Quick Fire® Hardy Hydrangea produces Pink flowers.
What color is the foliage of Little Quick Fire® Hardy Hydrangea?
Little Quick Fire® Hardy Hydrangea has Green foliage.
How do I care for Little Quick Fire® Hardy Hydrangea?
Adaptable but best with evenly moist, rich, loamy and slightly acidic soils. Follow a regular watering schedule the first growing season to develop a deep, extensive root system. Apply a slow-release fertilizer in spring. Flower color is not affected by soil pH. Blooms on new wood.

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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.

We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.