Hydrangea mac SS Fire Island #2
Hydrangea mac SS Fire Island #2
Seaside Serenade™ Fire Island Hydrangea
Compact form, repeat bloomer
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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.
Botanical Name- Hydrangea macrophylla 'HORTFIRE'
Pronunciation- hy-DRAN-jee-uh mak-roh-FIL-uh
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width- 3 ft
Mature Height- 3 ft
Sun Exposure- Part sun
Soil Preferences- Enriched, well-drained soul
Current Size- #2
Bloom Color-
Bloom Time-
Companion Plants- Heuchera 'Fire Alarm' (fiery name synergy, partial shade)
Fauna Attracted- Bees (especially lacecap types), butterflies, hoverflies
Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - C13
Yearly Care Instructions- Prune spent blooms after flowering, leaving buds for next year. Keep soil consistently moist and mulch well. Fertilize with an acid-based formula in spring if aiming for blue blooms.
Trimming Instructions- Prune after flowering if it blooms on old wood, removing spent blossoms. For remontant types, trim lightly in late winter.
Fertilization Instructions- Feed with a balanced or slightly acidic fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14 or 4-6-4) in spring; moderate to high feeding need. Incorporate compost into clay for best flower production.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Holly-tone
Possible Issues- Aphids, powdery mildew
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