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Seaside Serenade® Fire Island Hydrangea
Hydrangea macrophylla 'HORTFIRE' PP #29,058
Pronunciation: hy-DRAIN-juh mak-roh-FIL-uh
SKU #09662
LIGHT:
Filtered sun, Partial shade
WATER:
Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
SIZE:
Quickly reaches 3 to 4 ft. tall, 3 ft. wide.
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| Description | A parade of color with long-lasting, bi-color blooms that are white, edged in rich rosy red, and mature to deep pink. Robust, dark green, leathery foliage has fantastic maroon color in spring and fall. A compact mophead variety, perfect for massing and in pots. Superb cut flowers on notably tough stems. An exclusive Monrovia introduction. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring, repeating through summer. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Fast Growing, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Repeat Flowering, 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, Container, Hedge |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Companion Plants | Azalea (Azalea); Holly (Ilex); Astilbe (Astilbe); Hosta (Hosta); Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus); Sweetspire (Itea) |
| Care Instructions | Provide enriched, well-drained soil that is moist but not soggy. Apply mulch to conserve moisture and protect in harsh winters. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, water as needed to maintain evenly moist soil. Feed in early spring. Deadhead spent blooms; prune dead or weak stems as needed. |
| History | Bred in The Netherlands, by Kolster BV and exclusively introduced by Monrovia. Like Hamptons, also in Monrovia's Seaside Serenade® series, this is a tetraploid hydrangea bred for remarkable traits that make it naturally compact and robust. A breakthrough in hydrangea breeding, with serrated bicolored blooms forming big, long-lasting, mop-head blooms held on thick, tough stems with deeply colored, resilient foliage. Soil and water pH does not affect bloom color. |
Details
| Description | A parade of color with long-lasting, bi-color blooms that are white, edged in rich rosy red, and mature to deep pink. Robust, dark green, leathery foliage has fantastic maroon color in spring and fall. A compact mophead variety, perfect for massing and in pots. Superb cut flowers on notably tough stems. An exclusive Monrovia introduction. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring, repeating through summer. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Fast Growing, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge |
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| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Companion Plants | Azalea (Azalea); Holly (Ilex); Astilbe (Astilbe); Hosta (Hosta); Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus); Sweetspire (Itea) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide enriched, well-drained soil that is moist but not soggy. Apply mulch to conserve moisture and protect in harsh winters. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, water as needed to maintain evenly moist soil. Feed in early spring. Deadhead spent blooms; prune dead or weak stems as needed. |
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History
| History | Bred in The Netherlands, by Kolster BV and exclusively introduced by Monrovia. Like Hamptons, also in Monrovia's Seaside Serenade® series, this is a tetraploid hydrangea bred for remarkable traits that make it naturally compact and robust. A breakthrough in hydrangea breeding, with serrated bicolored blooms forming big, long-lasting, mop-head blooms held on thick, tough stems with deeply colored, resilient foliage. Soil and water pH does not affect bloom color. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Seaside Serenade® Fire Island Hydrangea produce flowers?
Spring, repeating through summer.
Is Seaside Serenade® Fire Island Hydrangea evergreen or deciduous?
Seaside Serenade® Fire Island Hydrangea is Deciduous.
What are the special features of Seaside Serenade® Fire Island Hydrangea?
Seaside Serenade® Fire Island Hydrangea is Easy Care, Fast Growing, Compact Form.
Is Seaside Serenade® Fire Island Hydrangea resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure
How fast does Seaside Serenade® Fire Island Hydrangea grow?
Seaside Serenade® Fire Island Hydrangea has a Fast growth rate.
Where can I use Seaside Serenade® Fire Island Hydrangea in my landscape?
Seaside Serenade® Fire Island Hydrangea is suitable for: Border, Container, Hedge.
What color are Seaside Serenade® Fire Island Hydrangea flowers?
Seaside Serenade® Fire Island Hydrangea produces Pink flowers.
What color is the foliage of Seaside Serenade® Fire Island Hydrangea?
Seaside Serenade® Fire Island Hydrangea has Dark Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Seaside Serenade® Fire Island Hydrangea?
Good companion plants for Seaside Serenade® Fire Island Hydrangea include: Azalea (Azalea); Holly (Ilex); Astilbe (Astilbe); Hosta (Hosta); Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus); Sweetspire (Itea).
How do I care for Seaside Serenade® Fire Island Hydrangea?
Provide enriched, well-drained soil that is moist but not soggy. Apply mulch to conserve moisture and protect in harsh winters. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, water as needed to maintain evenly moist soil. Feed in early spring. Deadhead spent blooms; prune dead or weak stems as needed.
What is the history of Seaside Serenade® Fire Island Hydrangea?
Bred in The Netherlands, by Kolster BV and exclusively introduced by Monrovia. Like Hamptons, also in Monrovia's Seaside Serenade® series, this is a tetraploid hydrangea bred for remarkable traits that make it naturally compact and robust. A breakthrough in hydrangea breeding, with serrated bicolored blooms forming big, long-lasting, mop-head blooms held on thick, tough stems with deeply colored, resilient foliage. Soil and water pH does not affect bloom color.
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